Faridabad Terror Module: Al-Falah Medical College denies links, calls reports baseless

Faridabad: Al-Falah School of Medical Sciences and Research in Haryana's Faridabad, which recently came under media spotlight after two of its faculty members were detained in connection with the Faridabad terror module case, has issued a statement clarifying that it has no connection with the accused doctors apart from their official employment at the university.

The university has also reportedly come under the National Medical Commission (NMC) scanner after one of its assistant professors was named as an accused in the Red Fort car blast case. Responding to reports linking it to such incidents, the university called such claims “baseless and defamatory.”

Referring to allegations that Room 13 in Building 17 of its medical college was used by three doctors, including the main accused, for planning and coordination of the terror attack and that they stored harmful chemicals at the university's laboratory, the university clarified that no such chemicals or materials as alleged are being used, stored, or handled within its premises.

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It added that its laboratories are used only for academic and training purposes for MBBS and other authorised courses, and all work is conducted following strict safety and ethical standards set by regulatory authorities.

In an official statement, Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Bhupinder Kaur Anand said, "We are deeply saddened and anguished by the unfortunate developments that took place and condemn the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the innocent people affected by these distressing events. We have also learnt that two of our doctors have been detained by the Investigating Agencies. We wish to make it clear that the University has no connection with the said persons apart from them being working in their official capacities with the University."

Further, the statement mentioned, "The University also notes with deep concern that certain online platforms are circulating baseless and misleading stories with the clear intent of maligning the reputation and goodwill of the University. We strongly condemn and categorically deny all such false and defamatory allegations. It is hereby clarified that no such chemical or material, as is being alleged by certain platforms, is being used, stored, or handled within the University premises. The University laboratories are used solely and exclusively for the academic and training requirements of MBBS students and other authorized courses. Every laboratory activity is carried out in strict adherence to established safety protocols, statutory norms, and ethical standards mandated by the regulatory authorities."

Medical Dialogues recently reported that the doctor who was driving the Hyundai i20 that exploded near Red Fort, killing at least eight people and injuring 20 others, is suspected to be the leader of a "white-collar group" of doctors in the terror module. He is alleged to have motivated other doctors to join the 10/11 blast plot.

The accused doctor had moved to Faridabad about a year and a half ago and worked as an Assistant Professor at Al-Falah School of Medical Sciences and Research. He completed his MBBS from Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar, and was among the state toppers in NEET-PG, securing an MD seat at the same college.

The blast came hours after eight people, including three doctors connected to the university, were arrested and 2,900 kilograms of explosives were seized with the uncovering of a "white-collar terror module" involving the Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind and spanning Kashmir, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. A doctor, who was among the arrested, was a teacher at the Al-Falah University.

Room 13 of the Al-Falah Medical College was allegedly occupied by three doctors, including the main accused, and was believed to have been used for planning and coordination. Police suspect that the assistant professor and another doctor from Lucknow used the room to plan routes and transport ammonium nitrate for multiple blasts across Delhi-NCR. The room was also visited by other doctors from time to time.

Al-Falah University was established by the Haryana Legislative Assembly under the Haryana Private Universities Act. It started as an engineering college in 1997. In 2013, the Al-Falah Engineering College received 'A' category accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of the University Grants Commission. In 2014, the Haryana government granted it university status. The Al-Falah Medical College is also affiliated with the university.

Following the allegations, Dr Bhupinder Kaur Anand urged the public and media to verify information through official sources before sharing any statements about the university. He also wants to make it loud & clear that as a responsible institution, the university stands in solidarity with the nation and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the unity, peace, and security of our country.

"Moreover, the University is extending its full cooperation to the concerned investigating authorities to enable them to arrive at a logical, fair, and conclusive determination in the matter pertaining to national security. Further, our students are sincerely engaged in acquiring education, and it is imperative that and every effort should be made to ensure that their education continues in an atmosphere of peace, normalcyand academic discipline on campus," he said in the statement.

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