Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Haryana Amends Private Universities Act After Terror Link
The Haryana government has changed the rules for private universities after a terror attack linked to Al Falah University.
The university is accused of being involved in a terror attack near Delhi's Red Fort and misusing money.
The new rules will help the government keep a closer eye on private universities to make sure they follow the rules and don't do anything illegal.
The government can now fine universities, take control of them, and even shut them down if they break the rules.
The university's chancellor, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, has been arrested for fraud and money laundering.
The investigation found that the university lied about its accreditation and used fake patients to trick inspectors.
The government is also looking into how the university got money from the government and other sources.
Haryana government amended the Private Universities Act to enhance oversight and prevent misuse.
Al Falah University linked to a terror attack near Delhi's Red Fort on 10th November 2025.
New rules allow the government to fine universities, take control, and shut them down for violations.
Al Falah University's chancellor, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, arrested for fraud and money laundering.
Investigation revealed the university lied about accreditation and used fake patients to trick inspectors.
- Who
- Haryana Government, Al Falah University, Dr Umar Un Nabi, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui
- What
- Amendment of Private Universities Act, Terror attack, Financial fraud
- When
- 22nd December 2025 (amendment), 10th November 2025 (terror attack)
- Where
- Haryana, Delhi
- Why
- To enhance regulatory oversight and prevent misuse of funds and terror activities
- Date of Amendment
- 22nd December 2025
- University Involved
- Al Falah University
- Terror Attack Date
- 10th November 2025
- Terror Attack Location
- Near Red Fort, Delhi
- Terror Group Linked
- Jaish-e-Mohammad and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH)
- Fines for Violations
- Rs 10 lakh to Rs 1 crore
- Assets Attached
- Land and bank deposits
- Funds Misused
- Rs 415 crore
Sources
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