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Maulana Razvi has strongly criticized the Uttarakhand government's decision to scrap the Madrasa Board. He questions the necessity of introducing a new Minority Education Bill when an existing educational body was already functioning. The Muslim leader accuses the Dhami government of being anti-Muslim, citing previous measures like the Uniform Civil Code implementation. Meanwhile, the state government defends the move as historic step toward uniform education for all children.

Key Points: Maulana Razvi Questions Uttarakhand Scrapping Madrasa Board

  • Maulana Razvi questions why new bill was needed when Madrasa Board already existed
  • Accuses Uttarakhand government of systematic anti-Muslim policies
  • Notes state's previous implementation of UCC and madrasa demolitions
  • Argues existing board could have handled minority education reforms
  • Governor has approved bill making Uttarakhand first state to abolish Madrasa Board
  • New system requires madrasas to follow national curriculum from 2026
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What was the need for new Bill?, Maulana Razvi questions Uttarakhand govt's move to scrap Madrasa Board

Muslim leader challenges need for new Minority Education Bill when existing Madrasa Board was functional, accuses Dhami government of anti-Muslim bias

"The Dhami government is clearly against Muslims. They continue to introduce such measures. - Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi"

Bareilly, Oct 7

With Uttarakhand set to become first state to abolish the Madrasa Board, All India Muslim Jamaat National President Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi on Tuesday questioned the need for a new bill, when an existing board was already in place.

Speaking to IANS, Maulana Razvi said, “The Uttarakhand government has dissolved the Madrasa Education Board and passed a Minority Education Bill. It is now being said that all issues related to minorities, including the administration and control of madrasas, will fall under this new bill. This raises a serious question: when there was already an educational body in place, what was the need to introduce a separate Minority Education Bill and dissolve the existing Madrasa Board?”

He added, “If the Uttarakhand government truly wanted to work in the interest of minorities, it could have used the Madrasa Board to implement policies, conduct examinations, and manage related matters.”

Accusing the state government of bias, he said, “The Dhami government is clearly against Muslims. They continue to introduce such measures. Uttarakhand was the first to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), and bulldozers were used to demolish dozens of madrasas. It appears they want to erase everything associated with Muslims.”

Meanwhile, the Madrasa Board in Uttarakhand is set to become history as Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) has approved the Uttarakhand Minority Education Bill, 2025.

With the implementation of this Bill, all Madrasas operating in the state will now be required to obtain recognition from the Uttarakhand Minority Education Authority and affiliation with the Uttarakhand School Education Board.

This move is expected to be a milestone in making the state's education system more uniform, inclusive, and modern.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami described the decision as historic, stating that it will bring revolutionary changes in the field of education in Uttarakhand.

He said, “Our goal is that every child in the state, regardless of their class or community, should progress with equal education and opportunities.”

He further informed that starting from the academic session in July 2026, all minority schools will provide education based on the national curriculum and the New Education Policy. This will not only raise the standard of education but also give students the opportunity to be part of the mainstream.

Under this Bill, Madrasas will now have to register under the Uttarakhand Board, and it will be mandatory to include subjects like science, mathematics, and social science in their curriculum. Emphasis will also be placed on modern technical education and vocational training. This step will help empower students from minority communities for a better future.

With this decision, Uttarakhand has become the first state in the country to abolish the Madrasa Board and integrate minority educational institutions into the mainstream education system. This move is expected to play a significant role in bringing uniformity in education and promoting social inclusion.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While I support modern education for all, the way this is being implemented raises concerns. Couldn't they have reformed the existing board instead of dissolving it completely? This feels rushed.
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Arjun K
Finally! Our education system needs uniformity. Why should any community have separate education boards? One India, one education system. This will promote national integration. 🇮🇳
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Priya S
As an educationist, I welcome this move. Including science, math and vocational training will empower students. But the government should ensure proper transition support and not leave teachers unemployed.
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Michael C
The Maulana has a valid point about the timing and method. If the goal was educational reform, why not work with existing institutions? This abrupt change creates unnecessary anxiety among the community.
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Kavya N
My Muslim friends often struggle to get good jobs because their madrasa education isn't recognized properly. This integration will help bridge that gap. Education should be about opportunities, not segregation.

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