The Jammu and Kashmir administration has declared Darul Uloom Jamia Siraj-ul-Uloom, located in the Imam Sahib area of Shopian district, an unlawful entity under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. Officials stated on Monday that the action is based on alleged ties to a banned organization and multiple irregularities.
The order, issued by Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir Anshul Garg, stated that the decision followed a review of various inputs, including a dossier submitted by the Senior Superintendent of Police of Shopian on March 24, 2026.
The institution, recognized as a major educational center in south Kashmir, is accused of being linked to the banned Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu and Kashmir and its affiliate, Falah-e-Aam Trust.
Authorities have cited “serious legal, administrative and financial irregularities,” including questionable land acquisition, failure to obtain mandatory registration from competent authorities, and attempts to bypass statutory oversight.
The order said that “the cumulative facts and circumstances, supported by intelligence inputs and field verification, provide sufficient grounds to reasonably believe that the premises are being used for the purposes of an unlawful association.”
The administration noted that the institution’s claims of innocence and lack of involvement in unlawful activities were found “unsustainable,” adding that available evidence suggested it was aware of such activities and did not prevent its premises from being misused.
The notification authorizes the relevant District Magistrate to take possession of the institute’s buildings and assets. Authorities have also been directed to ensure students are relocated and admitted to government schools within the district.
Officials said this action is part of a broader crackdown on institutions suspected of links to banned organizations, noting that several similar establishments in the Kashmir Valley have already been closed following adverse reports.
