BREAKING: MHA declares ISIS-inspired outfit Hizb-Ut-Tahrir a terrorist organization under UAPA

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday officially designated Hizb-Ut-Tahrir (HuT), an ISIS-inspired pan-Islamic radical group, as a terrorist organization under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). With this move, Hizb-Ut-Tahrir becomes the 45th organization to be added to the UAPA First Schedule. Founded in Jerusalem in 1953, Hizb-Ut-Tahrir is known for its radical agenda of establishing an Islamic state and caliphate on a global scale, including within India. The MHA described the group as a severe threat to India's democratic structure and internal security, emphasizing its aim to overthrow democratic governments through jihad. Hizb-Ut-Tahrir (HuT), a global pan-Islamic radical group set up in Jerusalem in 1953, declared banned outfit by govt: MHA — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 10, 2024 "Hizb-Ut-Tahrir (HuT), a global pan-Islamic radical group set up in Jerusalem in 1953, declared banned outfit by govt. Hizb-Ut-Tahrir aims to establish Islamic state and caliphate globally including in India by overthrowing democratic govt through jihad. Hizb-Ut-Tahrir is grave threat to democratic setup and internal security of India," the MHA said while declaring the group outlawed. The decision to ban Hizb-Ut-Tahrir comes amidst broader efforts by the Indian government to combat radicalization and terrorism. Authorities are closely monitoring various extremist groups that pose threats to the nation’s integrity and peace. Further details awaited.