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West Bengal Orders Closure of 252 Madrassas Amid Survey Findings
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 06:40 PM
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The West Bengal government has directed the closure of 252 madrassas after a survey highlighted deficiencies in their operations.
The West Bengal government has issued a directive to shut down 252 madrassas across the state.
The order follows a survey that identified several shortcomings in the functioning of these institutions.
The government has not yet released details on the specific deficiencies found.
The closure is part of a broader effort to address concerns over educational standards and compliance.
Further steps, including legal notices to the affected madrassas, are expected to be announced soon.
The order follows a survey that identified several shortcomings in the functioning of these institutions.
The government has not yet released details on the specific deficiencies found.
The closure is part of a broader effort to address concerns over educational standards and compliance.
Further steps, including legal notices to the affected madrassas, are expected to be announced soon.