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Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar District mandates registered, approved Ramadan donations to prevent fraud, sparking debate over religious freedom and oversight.
On February 19, 2026, the Kishtwar District Magistrate in Jammu and Kashmir issued an order regulating donations during Ramadan, requiring all collectors to register and obtain prior approval from designated authorities under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
The directive mandates proper identification, receipt books, and transparency in fund use, prohibits coercive tactics, and establishes a vigilance helpline.
It aims to prevent fraud and misuse of charitable contributions, with enforcement by police and administrative officials.
The move has sparked debate, with some leaders supporting it for ensuring accountability, while others, including opposition parties, criticize it as unconstitutional and an overreach into religious practices.
Los mandatos del Distrito Kishtwar de Jammu y Cachemira registraron y aprobaron las donaciones del Ramadán para evitar el fraude, lo que provocó un debate sobre la libertad religiosa y la supervisión.