Allahabad High Court Orders Reopening of Unrecognised Madrasa Sealed by UP Government

The Allahabad High Court ordered the reopening of a madrasa in Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh, which had been sealed by the government for being unrecognised. The court ruled that there is no legal provision allowing authorities to close a madrasa solely for lack of recognition, though such madrasas are not entitled to state grants or examination benefits. The ruling reaffirmed the constitutional protection under Article 30(1) for minority educational institutions that do not seek government aid or recognition. Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind welcomed the verdict, calling it a victory for constitutional values and urged the state government to align its policies accordingly.