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Allahabad HC bench split over NHRC-ordered probe against madrasas
A division bench of the Allahabad High Court issued separate interim orders after a disagreement over an NHRC probe into 558 government-aided madrasas in Uttar Pradesh. The writ petition challenged the EOW investigation following NHRC intervention, revealing a split between the two judges on the court. The case was adjourned to a later date.
Why It Matters
The proceedings highlight tensions over the powers and reach of the National Human Rights Commission in state investigations, and the guidance courts provide on when and how to scrutinize or rebuke such commissions.
Timeline
6 Events
Allahabad High Court bench split; two interim orders issued
April 27, 2026
A division bench of the Allahabad High Court issues two separate interim orders (dated April 27) following a disagreement over the NHRC probe; Justice Atul Sreedharan criticizes the NHRC for suo motu cognizance and expresses concern over observations, while Justice Vivek Saran disagrees and says parties must be heard. The bench adjourns the writ petition to a later date.
High Court stays EOW investigation into madrasas
September 22, 2025
The Allahabad High Court stays the EOW investigation into the 558 government-aided madrasas and seeks a response from the state government.
NHRC issues orders on June 11, 2025
June 11, 2025
The NHRC issues further orders related to the investigation of the madrasas.
NHRC issues further orders concerning the madrasa probe
April 23, 2025
The NHRC passes additional orders related to the probe into the madrasas (the article notes NHRC orders on February 28, April 23, and June 11), continuing its involvement in the matter.
State government issues consequential order for inquiry into madrasas
April 23, 2025
Prompted by NHRC orders, the state government issues a consequential order for the inquiry into the 558 government-aided madrasas.
NHRC orders probe into 558 government-aided madrasas in UP
February 28, 2025
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) passes orders to probe 558 government-aided madrasas in Uttar Pradesh after a complaint by Mohammad Talha Ansari alleging collusion with officers of the Minority Welfare Department and improper receipt of government grants; the investigation was launched by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in Lucknow following NHRC intervention.