Darul Uloom Issues Advisory for Students During Kanwar Yatra
Darul Uloom Deoband has issued a crucial advisory for its students during the Kanwar Yatra, urging them to avoid unnecessary travel and adhere to safety protocols. The advisory highlights the importance of carrying identification and following behavioral guidelines to ensure a secure environment. With thousands of devotees participating in the pilgrimage, the institution aims to minimize risks and maintain focus on education and religious duties. Students are reminded to comply with these directives until the Yatra concludes, reinforcing the institution's commitment to their safety and well-being.
Aug 6, 2026, 13:39 IST
Safety Advisory for Students
Darul Uloom Deoband has released an advisory urging students to refrain from unnecessary travel during the annual Kanwar Yatra. The institution's hostel administration emphasized that students should avoid markets, highways, and areas frequented by Kanwar pilgrims to ensure their safety. Thousands of devotees pass through Uttar Pradesh carrying sacred water from the Ganges to offer at Shiva temples during this pilgrimage. According to a written order from Hostel In-charge Ashraf Abbas, students are advised to stay away from markets, GT Road, or the routes taken by Kanwar pilgrims unless absolutely necessary. The advisory also encourages students to avoid non-essential travel during this period. If travel is unavoidable, students are instructed to use only reserved compartments on trains.
Identification Requirements
The institution has made it mandatory for students to carry their Darul Uloom identification cards at all times. The order states that after sunset, no student will be allowed to enter the campus without presenting valid identification.
Behavioral Guidelines
In addition to travel-related instructions, the advisory also references the institution's existing rules regarding student behavior. It warns that students found using multimedia mobile phones may face expulsion from the institution. The administration reminded students that they are there to pursue education and should focus on their studies and religious obligations.
A Leading Islamic Institution
Darul Uloom Deoband is recognized as one of the most prominent Islamic institutions in the country. This advisory aims to minimize unnecessary movement during the pilgrimage and ensure the safety of students. The institution has instructed students to strictly adhere to these guidelines until the conclusion of the Yatra.