Ministry of Home Affairs
In steadfast adherence to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji's vision of zero tolerance towards terrorism and anti-national activities, MHA extends ban on Islamic Research Foundation as an unlawful association under the UAPA
Led by fugitive terror preacher Dr. Zakir Naik, the organisation has been involved in sinister anti-India designs, including inciting communal hatred, fostering hostility and promoting terrorism
The group has been found to be propagating a venomous ideology of terrorism and separatism, instigating violent unrest, encouraging the regrouping of absconding terrorists and fomenting communal discord
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13 NOV 2026 1:41PM by PIB Delhi
In steadfast adherence to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji's vision of zero tolerance towards terrorism and anti-national activities, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the ban on the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) as an unlawful association under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
The Home Minister’s Office (HMO) posted on X, “In steadfast adherence to Modi Ji's vision of zero tolerance towards terrorism and anti-national activities, the MHA hereby extends the ban on the Islamic Research Foundation as an unlawful association under the UAPA. Led by fugitive terror preacher Dr. Zakir Naik, the organisation has been involved in sinister anti-India designs, including inciting communal hatred, fostering hostility and promoting terrorism. The group has been found to be propagating a venomous ideology of terrorism and separatism, instigating violent unrest, encouraging the regrouping of absconding terrorists and fomenting communal discord.”
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