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Uttarakhand Seals 250+ Illegal Madrasas, Frees 10,000 Acres in Major Crackdown

The Uttarakhand government has sealed over 250 illegal madrasas and removed encroachments from more than 10,000 acres of government land. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated the action targeted institutions where radical education was allegedly being imparted against rules. Separately, Dhami addressed a workshop on disaster risk reduction, highlighting the state's use of technology and preparedness plans. He cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 4P mantra as guiding the state's strategy for mitigating natural disasters.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Seals Illegal Madrasas, Removes Land Encroachments

  • 250+ illegal madrasas sealed
  • 10,000 acres of govt land cleared
  • Drive to preserve cultural identity
  • Focus on disaster risk reduction
  • PM's 4P mantra for disasters
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Uttarakhand seals over 250 illegal madrasas, removes encroachments on 10,000 acres: CM Dhami

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says over 250 illegal madrasas sealed and 10,000 acres of govt land cleared in drive to preserve state's culture and law.

"Our government's clear resolve is that there will be no compromise with the culture of Devbhoomi, social balance, and law and order. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, January 17

The Uttarakhand government has sealed more than 250 "illegal" madrasas and removed encroachments on over 10,000 acres of government land as part of a major drive against unlawful institutions and violations of prescribed norms, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said.

In a post on social media platform X on Saturday, Dhami said, "Devbhoomi Uttarakhand has its own distinct cultural identity. To preserve this heritage and maintain the state's original character, our government is working with full commitment."

He stated that in the name of religious structures, illegal encroachments on over 10,000 acres of government land have been removed across the state. The Chief Minister said the action also included sealing more than 250 unauthorised madrasas where, according to him, "radical education was being imparted against the rules."

"Our government's clear resolve is that there will be no compromise with the culture of Devbhoomi, social balance, and law and order," Dhami said.

Meanwhile, Dhami addressed a one-day workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee, in a virtual mode on Friday. The Chief Minister said that the workshop would involve in-depth deliberations on important subjects such as disaster risk reduction, pre-disaster preparedness, early warning systems, and community participation.

Concrete strategies would also be formulated to strengthen technological innovation, research collaboration, and partnerships, he said, according to a release. He said the suggestions from this workshop would be useful not only for Uttarakhand but also for the entire Himalayan region. Referring to the natural disasters in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand--earthquakes, landslides, cloudbursts, heavy rainfall, avalanches, and forest fires--the Chief Minister said their adverse impact can be mitigated through a scientific approach, timely preparedness, and collective efforts.

The Chief Minister stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has introduced the 4P mantra--Predict, Prevent, Prepare, Protect--for disaster risk reduction, and that work is underway on a 10-point agenda aligned with this vision.

He said that the State Government is continuously working on pre-disaster preparedness, AI-based warning systems, digital monitoring systems, a glacier research centre, drone surveillance, GIS mapping, satellite monitoring, rapid response teams, forest fire early warning systems, and a comprehensive forest fire management plan. The Chief Minister also said that enhanced coordination has been established among the Disaster Management Department, Forest Department, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and local administration to ensure efficient disaster management across the state.

- ANI

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Priya S
While removing illegal encroachments is necessary, I hope the process was done lawfully and with sensitivity. Sealing 250 madrasas is a huge number. Were all of them truly "radical"? The article only gives one side. Transparency in such actions is crucial for social harmony.
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Rohit P
The disaster management part is very important! Uttarakhand faces so many natural calamities. Glad they are focusing on AI warnings and better coordination. That 4P mantra from PM Modi makes sense. Hope they implement these plans properly. 🙏
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Sarah B
Interesting article. As an outsider, I see two very different stories combined. One about land and religious institutions, another about disaster prep. The latter seems universally positive. The former seems... politically charged. Hope the children affected by the madrasa closures are taken care of.
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Vikram M
Law is the law. If structures are illegal and on government land, they must be removed, no matter what they are. This isn't about religion, it's about rule of law. Same should apply to illegal temples or any other structure. Well done if the action was uniform.
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Kavya N
Devbhoomi's environment is fragile. Removing encroachments from 10,000 acres will help with conservation and possibly reduce landslide risks. The disaster management plans with drones and GIS are the need of the hour. A balanced approach for both culture and safety is key.

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