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Darul Uloom, the prominent Islamic seminary in Deoband, lifted its ban on women's entry, allowing them access under newly established guidelines, effective from Friday. The management announced women entering the campus are now required to wear a hijab and must be accompanied by a family member. The revised rules follow an earlier ban imposed on May 17 due to concerns about women allegedly recording videos on campus and posting them on social media, which the institution stated was affecting its students.
Ashraf Usmani, Darul Uloom’s media in-charge, said the seminary’s management reached this decision after extensive discussions. As part of the new policy, women will be allowed entry only until sunset and mobile phones must be handed over at the main gate upon arrival. The phones will be returned upon departure, with videography strictly prohibited throughout the campus.
ALSO READ : Maharashtra Assembly Election To See Friendly Face-Offs Between Allies On 29 Seats | Details A visitor pass system has also been introduced for both men and women, facilitated by an office appointed by the seminary. Visitors are required to present identification, such as an Aadhar card, voter ID or PAN card to obtain a pass. ALSO READ : Canada Ends Fast-Track Student Visa Program With Immediate Effect; How It Will Impact Indians Details including the visitor’s name, mobile number, address and the number of men and women in the group will be recorded.
Each pass is valid for two hours and automatically expires after sunset..
