- An investigation led by a SIT in Uttar Pradesh has unearthed a startling revelation: approximately 13,000 unauthorized madrasas are operating across the state.
- Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has vowed to take “stringent action” against those found responsible for this illicit network.
- The investigation, initiated by CM Yogi Adityanath, underscores the government’s commitment to rooting out unlawful activities within the education sector.
- According to the report, the majority of these illicit institutions are situated in border districts with each district housing more than 500 unauthorized madrasas.
- Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has underscored the need to combat any form of “anti-national activities” under the guise of education.
- The revelation of widespread illegal madrasas in Uttar Pradesh has sparked concerns about national security and educational integrity.
A recent investigation led by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Uttar Pradesh has unearthed a startling revelation: approximately 13,000 unauthorized madrasas are operating across the state. Responding to these findings, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has vowed to take “stringent action” against those found responsible for this illicit network.
The comprehensive report submitted to the state government sheds light on the prevalence of illegal madrasas, raising concerns about their funding sources and operational transparency. The investigation, initiated by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, underscores the government’s commitment to rooting out unlawful activities within the education sector.
A significant number of these unregulated madrasas are concentrated along the Indo-Nepal border, with their construction allegedly funded by contributions from Gulf countries over the past two decades. According to the SIT report, the majority of these illicit institutions are situated in border districts such as Maharajganj, Shravasti, and Bahraich, with each district housing more than 500 unauthorized madrasas.
The investigation further reveals a lack of financial accountability among these institutions, as many fail to provide records of their income and expenditure. Despite claiming to rely on donations for funding, these madrasas reportedly struggle to disclose the identities of their contributors, raising suspicions about their financial transparency.
Out of the 23,000 madrasas investigated by the SIT, only 5,000 possessed provisional recognition, highlighting the widespread non-compliance with accreditation standards over the past 25 years. The gravity of the situation is compounded by the fact that these unregulated institutions collectively enroll approximately 665,000 students, underscoring the urgent need for regulatory intervention.
Deputy Chief Minister Pathak has affirmed the government’s commitment to upholding law and order, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards illegal activities. He has pledged to take decisive action against those implicated in the unlawful operation of madrasas, signaling a robust response from the state administration.
Echoing similar sentiments, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has underscored the need to combat any form of “anti-national activities” under the guise of education. While acknowledging the importance of the education system, he has reiterated the government’s resolve to investigate and prosecute individuals engaging in nefarious activities in the name of education.
The revelation of widespread illegal madrasas in Uttar Pradesh has sparked concerns about national security and educational integrity, prompting authorities to adopt a proactive stance in addressing these issues. As the government prepares to enforce stringent measures, the focus remains on safeguarding the interests of students and maintaining the rule of law in the state.
(With inputs from agencies)
