The Central government has officially designated the ‘Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)’ (MLJK-MA) as an ‘Unlawful Association’ under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah in a statement on social media platform ‘X,’ accused the organization and its members of engaging in anti-national, secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), supporting terrorism, and inciting people to establish Islamic rule in the region.
Shah said, “The Prime Minister 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 will face the full wrath of the law.”
The Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction) has been implicated in anti-national activities, with its members allegedly participating in secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir and supporting terrorist operations across India. The organization’s objective, as described by the Home Minister, involves inciting the populace to establish Islamic rule in Jammu and Kashmir, posing a threat to the sovereignty, security, and integrity of India. Numerous criminal cases, registered under various sections highlight the gravity of the charges against the organization.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has declared four organizations as ‘Terrorist Organizations,’ six individuals as ‘Terrorists,’ and two organizations as ‘Unlawful Associations’ this year.