Modi Govt Tags Muslim League Jammu Kashmir As Anti-National, Unlawful Under UAPA

On Wednesday, the Modi government officially labeled the 'Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)' (MLJK-MA) as an 'Unlawful Association' under the UAPA (Unlawful Activities Prevention Act).

Home Minister Amit Shah communicated this declaration via a social media platform (referred to as "X" instead of explicitly mentioning Twitter), stating, "The 'Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)'/MLJK-MA is declared as an 'Unlawful Association' under UAPA. This organization and its members are engaged in activities deemed anti-national and secessionist in J&K, supporting terrorist acts, and inciting individuals to establish Islamic rule in the region."

The PM Narendra Modi government's message is loud and clear that anyone acting against the unity, sovereignty, and integrity of our nation will not be spared and face the full wrath of the law," Shah said.

The Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction), also known as MLJK-MA, is a separatist political organization based in the Jammu and Kashmir region. It is a faction of the Muslim League, which has various factions and ideologies.

Masarat Alam is a prominent separatist leader associated with this faction. He has been known for his involvement in separatist activities and has faced multiple detentions due to his alleged role in anti-India protests and inciting unrest in the region.

The organization has been accused by Indian authorities of engaging in activities deemed secessionist, anti-national, and supportive of terrorist acts in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian government has declared this faction as an 'Unlawful Association' under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) due to its alleged involvement in anti-India activities and inciting support for establishing Islamic rule in the region.