Jammu and Kashmir Police search Samagra Shiksha office over book profiling separatists
Jammu and Kashmir Police officials visited the Samagra Shiksha office to investigate the distribution of a book featuring profiles of Kashmiri separatist leaders. The investigation followed protests from the BJP, leading to the registration of a First Information Report and the suspension of eight officers, blacklisting two authors and publishers. The Samagra Shiksha has reconstituted verification committees to review all textbooks and library books procured for the 2025-26 academic year.
15 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
The University of Jammu initiated a comprehensive audit of its libraries and offices to remove books deemed anti-national, separatist, or objectionable.
16 JUL 2026
— BBC
Indian authorities ordered schools in Kashmir to review books for "objectionable" content, sparking debate about academic freedom and national security.
19 JUL 2026
— Al Jazeera
Authorities in India-administered Kashmir are auditing libraries to remove books deemed "objectionable," including those promoting separatism.
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