Srinagar, Aug. 23 -- Former Chief Minister and PDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday criticized the government's recent action against Falah-e-Aam Trust (FAT) institutions, saying it was an "attack on Jammu and Kashmir's educational system and cultural identity."

According to KNS, Mehbooba said the takeover of nearly 215 FAT-run schools was "deeply unfortunate" as these institutions had maintained a rare balance between modern and Islamic education. "There are very few schools which provide regular education along with Islamic teachings. You cannot name any other school where such a balance is maintained. Thousands of students, teachers and families are connected with these institutions," she said.

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