Revisit policy of banning social, political groups in J&K: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
Kashmir cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq called on the Indian government on September 8, 2026 to reconsider its bans on social and political organisations in Jammu and Kashmir. He cited the recent remarks of former Jamaat‑e‑Islami chief Ghulam Muhammad Bhat and urged dialogue and legal due process.
- ✓Kashmir cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq called on the Indian government on September 8, 2026 to reconsider its bans on social and political organisations in Jammu and Kashmir.
- ✓The appeal was made on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, and referenced the 2019 ban imposed by the Ministry of Home Affairs on the JeI’s socio‑religious wing.
- ✓He cited the recent remarks of former Jamaat‑e‑Islami chief Ghulam Muhammad Bhat and urged dialogue and legal due process.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the senior religious leader of Kashmir, appealed to the central government to review the policy of prohibiting social and political groups in the region. Speaking after former Jamaat‑e‑Islami (JeI) amir Ghulam Muhammad Bhat’s public statement, the Mirwaiz warned that continued restrictions could undermine peace and stability in Jammu and Kashmir.
The appeal was made on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, and referenced the 2019 ban imposed by the Ministry of Home Affairs on the JeI’s socio‑religious wing. Bhat, in a recent video message, distanced the organization from any political faction and announced plans to challenge the ban in court, urging that legal remedies be allowed to operate without interference.
JeI, a long‑standing political and religious outfit, has been barred from operating openly since the 2019 order, affecting its members, institutions, and affiliated properties. The Mirwaiz argued that excluding genuine voices hampers a sustainable political process and called for engagement with groups that hold real social influence, emphasizing respect for rule of law and meaningful dialogue as essential for lasting peace.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | INDIA |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 8 September 2026 |