he SIT further revealed that a majority of these madrasas are being located in seven districts bordering Nepal, including Maharajganj, Shravasti, and Bahraich.

The SIT report also stated that each border district houses more than 500 such madrasas, raising concerns over their proximity to the international border.

By India.com News Desk

Lucknow: In a shocking surprise, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Yogi Adityanath Government on Thursday found around 13,000 unlawful madrasas operating in the state. After getting information, the SIT has submitted a comprehensive report to the state administration after scrutinizing the state’s illicit madrasas. Moreover, the SIT has recommended the closure of these Madrasas.

According to Zee News TV sources, these illicit madrasas that were identified are located along the Nepal border, with their construction being funded over the past two decades from contributions originating in Gulf countries.

Furthermore, the SIT’s report revealed shocking findings, including a majority of these madrasas being located in seven districts bordering Nepal, including Maharajganj, Shravasti, and Bahraich.

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