India's National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has taken serious action against Faridabad's Al-Falah University for allegedly displaying false accreditation on its official website. The development comes amid the ongoing investigation into the Delhi blast case, where several doctors from the same university have been arrested for their alleged involvement.
NAAC's Show-Cause Notice to Al-Falah University
On November 12, 2025, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council issued a formal show-cause notice to Al-Falah University, exposing that the institution has been operating without proper accreditation while claiming otherwise on its website. The regulatory body highlighted that the university neither possesses valid accreditation nor has it volunteered for the 'Cycle-1 for A&A' process, contrary to its public claims.
The official notice stated: "It is brought to the notice of NAAC that the Al-Falah University neither accredited nor volunteered for Cycle-1 for A&A has publicly displayed on their website." This misleading representation has raised serious concerns about the institution's credibility and transparency.
University's Misleading Claims and Trust Background
NAAC's investigation revealed that Al-Falah University is owned by the Al-Falah Charitable Trust, which operates three colleges on the same campus. The university allegedly created confusion by associating itself with these colleges that do have proper accreditation.
The three colleges mentioned in the notice include:
- Al Falah School of Engineering and Technology (established 1997, Graded A by NAAC)
- Brown Hill College of Engineering and Technology (established 2008)
- Al-Falah School of Education and Training (established 2006, Graded A by NAAC)
NAAC emphasized that "which is absolutely wrong and misleading the public, especially the parents, students and stakeholders" regarding the university's claims of accreditation.
Connection to Delhi Blast Investigation
The accreditation controversy emerges simultaneously with the Delhi blast case investigation, where multiple medical professionals from Al-Falah University have been arrested. The primary accused, Dr Umar Nabi, along with his accomplices Dr Muzammil Shakeel and Dr Shaheen Shahid, were all employed at the university.
Investigations have confirmed that Dr Umar Nabi was driving the car during the bomb blast on November 10, 2025. His identity was established after matching DNA samples with his mother. Evidence from the blast site showed his leg trapped between the steering wheel and accelerator, confirming he was operating the vehicle during the explosion.
All three accused individuals, including Dr Adeel, have previous connections to terror-related cases, adding complexity to the ongoing investigation.
NAAC's Demands and Potential Consequences
The National Assessment and Accreditation Council has posed several critical questions to Al-Falah University in its show-cause notice. The regulatory body has demanded explanations regarding why legal and disciplinary actions should not be initiated against the institution. Furthermore, NAAC is considering recommending the Haryana government to take appropriate action against the university.
This case highlights the urgent need for stricter monitoring of educational institutions to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and maintain integrity in the education sector. The dual controversy of false accreditation claims and staff involvement in serious criminal activities has raised questions about institutional oversight and accountability mechanisms.
Authorities continue their investigation into both the accreditation violations and the Delhi blast case, with further developments expected in the coming days.
