The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) officially suspended Al Falah University’s membership following its direct links to the investigation of the devastating Red Fort blast in Delhi on November 10, 2025, which claimed 13 lives and injured many more.
The blast occurred shortly after the crackdown on a “white collar terror module” that led to the arrest of several individuals, including three doctors affiliated with the university.
In response, the government ordered a forensic audit of the university’s financial records and mandated the Enforcement Directorate and other investigative agencies to probe the institution’s money trail, underscoring the seriousness of the case.
Key Suspects and Institutional Links
Central to the investigation is Dr. Umar Nabi, an assistant professor at Al Falah University and the driver of the vehicle that exploded near the Red Fort. Additionally, three doctors connected to the university have been detained, raising concerns about a potentially extensive terror network operating within the academic and medical community linked to the institution.
Dr. Farooq is suspected of facilitating the supply of explosives and networking for terror activities. Both Dr. Farooq and Dr. Muzammil Shakeel Ganaie, a key suspect arrested from Faridabad, completed their medical degrees from Al Falah University. Dr. Shaheen Saeed, under investigation, is also believed to have a role in the network’s operations, and was reportedly in contact with JeM chief’s wife.
The presence of the bomb disposal squad at the university and forensic teams searching for explosive materials highlights the depth of the inquiry, revealing possible sleeper cells in the Delhi-NCR region. The university’s management has stated its commitment to fully cooperate with authorities to ensure a fair and conclusive investigation.
Background and Founder’s Controversies
Al Falah University, based in Dhauj village, Faridabad, close to Delhi, is a private institution created under the Haryana Private Universities Act of 2008 and includes an affiliated medical college. The founder and managing trustee, Javed Ahmed Siddiqui, has come under scrutiny due to a past involving running multiple firms and a history of legal challenges, including a jail term linked to a Rs 7.5 crore chit fund scam.
The doctors associated with Al Falah University who have been linked to the Red Fort blast investigation include Dr. Umar Nabi, who served as an assistant professor at the university and was reportedly the driver of the vehicle that exploded near the Red Fort.
In addition to Dr. Umar Nabi, authorities have arrested or detained three other doctors with direct links to Al Falah University: Dr. Faruk Ahmed Dar, Dr. Muzafur, and Dr. Shaheen. Reports also mention that these doctors were part of a suspected “white collar terror module” operating from within the university, and at least four doctors from the same institute have been named during the probe.
This background adds a layer of complexity to the ongoing probe, as law enforcement also investigates financial irregularities and suspicious funding sources connected to the university.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This incident underscores the urgent need for vigilance and transparency in educational institutions to safeguard them from misuse for nefarious purposes. The Logical Indian advocates for an empathetic approach that balances national security concerns with the rights of innocent students, faculty, and staff who may be collateral victims in such investigations.
It is essential that authorities conduct inquiries with utmost fairness and communicate openly to prevent stigmatization of entire communities within academic spaces.
The Association of All Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended Al-Falah University’s membership, citing lack of good standing.
— DD News (@DDNewslive) November 13, 2025
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