Crackdown on Illegal Madrasas in Uttar Pradesh: A Sweeping Action

In a decisive move against unauthorised religious establishments, the Uttar Pradesh government demolished an illegally constructed madrasa and sealed two others in Bhagwanpur Bhaisahi village as announced on Thursday. This operation is part of a broader drive focused on addressing illegal occupations and unrecognised madrasas near the Nepal border.

The campaign, which extends across several districts including Shravasti, Balrampur, Bahraich, Maharajganj, and Lakhimpur Kheri, involves coordinated efforts by district and police administrations. An official statement detailed that the Shravasti district administration had executed demolition orders in Bhaisahi village.

Throughout the campaign, substantial actions have been taken against unapproved religious sites, including 28 madrasas, nine mosques, six mazars, and an Eidgah. In addition, multiple illegally operated madrasas have been sealed, further demonstrating the government's commitment to regulatory enforcement in these regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)