SC halts trial court’s order in Sambhal mosque case, directs petitioner to approach HC
THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK New Delhi, Nov 29: The Supreme Court held a hearing on the Sambhal violence case on Friday.…
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THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
New Delhi, Nov 29: The Supreme Court held a hearing on the Sambhal violence case on Friday. The court issued an order restraining the trial court in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal from making any decisions. It emphasized that peace and order must be maintained and directed the administration to restore calm in the area.
The Supreme Court directed the trial court to halt proceedings in the mosque survey case until the Shahi Idgah Committee of the Jama Masjid approaches the High Court.
Additionally, the Supreme Court instructed the petitioner to approach the High Court, stating that there were certain objections to the lower court’s order. It also clarified that no action should be taken without the High Court’s approval. The court questioned the petitioner, asking why they had not approached the High Court.
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna and Justice PV Sanjay Kumar instructed that the commissioner’s report on the mosque survey be sealed and remain unopened during this period.
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Violent clashes in Sambhal on Nov 24
The Jama Masjid in Sambhal was built during the reign of Mughal ruler Babur in 1526. Hindu organizations believe that the site originally housed the Harihar Temple, which was later replaced by the mosque.
In this matter, a lawyer representing the Hindu side filed a petition in the local court requesting a survey. Subsequently, the court ordered the survey, leading to tension in the area. The Muslim community opposed the survey order.
Following the court’s order, an archaeological survey team arrived at the Shahi Masjid on November 24 to conduct the survey. This was met with opposition from the Muslim community. Subsequently, violent clashes broke out between the police and local residents. Four young men from the Muslim community lost their lives in the violence.
The Uttar Pradesh police have arrested several individuals in connection with the violence and are currently interrogating them. The police are also examining their mobile phones and calls.
