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Warns of strong protest if decision is not reversed
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Memorandum submitted to Maharashtra CM
Sindhudurg, Maharashtra – Hindu Janajagruti Samiti has strongly opposed the decision to grant ₹50 lakh to 308 madrasas in Maharashtra under the ‘Dr Zakir Hussain Madrasa Modernisation Scheme’. The organisation has demanded that the decision be reconsidered and withdrawn immediately, failing which a strong protest will be launched across the state through democratic means.
A memorandum addressed to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was submitted to Resident Deputy Collector Machhindra Sukate by office-bearers of the Samiti.
The memorandum states that government funds should be used equally for all religions. Providing financial assistance only to educational institutions of a particular religion goes against the constitutional principle of equality. It also raises the question as to why similar support is not extended to Hindu Ved Pathshalas and Warkari Shikshan Sansthas.
Concerns were also expressed regarding whether the funds allocated to madrasas are being used appropriately. The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti has demanded a survey of all madrasas in the state and an audit of their financial activities. Additionally, it has called for government oversight of the education imparted in madrasas, along with regular inspections.
Maharashtra government approves grant of ₹50 lakh to 308 madrasas
April 3, 2026
- In many places madrasas have been found promoting religious fanaticism and extremism, with multiple cases linked to radicalisation and terrorist activities. Yet, instead of investigating them thoroughly, the government continues to allocate public funds to madrasas.
- At the same time, the government displays clear reluctance to extend similar support to Sanskrit pathshalas, exposing its evident bias against institutions that preserve Bharat’s civilisational heritage.– Editor, HJS
Nagpur – The Maharashtra government has approved a grant of 50 lakh rupees for the modernisation of 308 madrasas in the state. Under the ‘Dr. Zakir Hussain Madrasa Modernisation Scheme’, this funding will be provided to these madrasas in 21 districts, and the government’s decision (ordinance) in this regard has been announced. This fund is being distributed under the name of the overall development of minorities.
Maharashtra Government approves ₹50 lakh grant for 308 Madrasas!
Maximum benefit goes to 103 Madrasas in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
In many places across India, fanaticism is taught in madrasas, and numerous instances have come to light where terrorist activities were… pic.twitter.com/JcQsTyLECg
— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) April 2, 2026
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar madrasas to get highest share of funds
According to the figures announced by the government, the highest number of 103 madrasas in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district will receive a grant of 16 lakh 72 thousand rupees. After that, 57 madrasas in Nagpur will get 9 lakh 25 thousand rupees, and 38 madrasas in Thane district will be given 6 lakh 16 thousand rupees. Along with this, madrasas in other districts are also included – 12 in Mumbai city, 12 in Mumbai suburban, 3 in Jalgaon, 3 in Kolhapur, 4 in Solapur, 5 in Satara, 6 in Latur, 20 in Beed, 13 in Jalna, 11 in Yavatmal, 7 in Gadchiroli, (and others, totaling 308 madrasas across 21 districts)
Money allocated for modern curriculum in madrasas
Under this scheme, instead of teaching only religious education in madrasas, subjects like science, mathematics, sociology, Hindi, Marathi, and English will be taught, and scholarships will also be given to students pursuing higher education. The government argues that this will improve the quality of students in madrasas and provide employment opportunities. The funds will be distributed to the madrasas through the respective district collectors.
Source: Sanatan Prabhat
