Unlawful Entity: School in Kashmir Under Scrutiny

A school in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district, allegedly linked to a banned organisation, is declared an unlawful entity under UAPA. Authorities cite radicalisation and financial malpractice concerns, while the school's chairman denies any affiliation with illegal outfits, urging further investigation to clarify these allegations.

In a significant development, a school in Kashmir's Shopian district has been labeled an 'unlawful entity' under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The divisional commissioner issued the order based on allegations of illegal activity affiliated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami group.

The order, referencing a dossier by Shopian's Senior Superintendent of Police, highlights the school's alleged radical influence and financial irregularities. Authorities expressed concerns over the institution's purported control by individuals linked to the outlawed organization, fueling fears of continued radicalization and potential misuse of funds.

However, the school's chairman, Mohammad Shafi Lone, rebuffed these claims, asserting no ties to any illegal groups and encouraging an independent investigation to verify the assertions. Despite his response, local authorities have enforced prohibitory orders restricting access to the institution, intensifying the situation.