New Delhi, Dec. 28 -- The ministry of home affairs (MHA) on Wednesday banned a faction of Muslim League Jammu Kashmir, led by separatist leader Masarat Alam Bhat, under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for five years for indulging in "anti-national and secessionist activities", with home minister Amit Shah asserting that those who work against the "unity, sovereignty, and integrity of the nation" will not be spared.

"The PM @narendramodi government's message is loud and clear that anyone acting against the unity, sovereignty, and integrity of our nation will not be spared and face the full wrath of the law," Shah said in a post on X.

In a statement, the MHA said the objectives of the Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat A...