The Union Home Ministry announced on Tuesday the extension of the ban on Jammu and Kashmir Jamaat-e-Islami for an additional five years. The organization had previously been banned in 2019.
In a statement posted on social media platform X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the government’s commitment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism and separatism. Shah emphasized that the decision to extend the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami is in line with this approach.
According to Shah, Jamaat-e-Islami has been found to persist in its activities aimed at undermining the security, integrity, and sovereignty of the nation. He noted that the organization was initially designated as an ‘Unlawful Association’ on 28 February 2019. Shah emphasized that stringent measures will be taken against any individual or group posing a threat to the security of the nation.
The extension of the ban underscores the government’s determination to combat terrorism and safeguard national interests. The decision comes amidst ongoing efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region, reaffirming the government’s resolve to uphold law and order while ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.
