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Whitewashing of Sambhal's Shahi Jama Masjid Underway Following Court Order

The Allahabad High Court directed the ASI to oversee the restoration of the mosque, with security heightened after prior violence in the area.

Workers whitewash the outer wall of the Shahi Jama Masjid, in Sambhal district on Monday. (PTI)
Amid the tense situations, the whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal also began on Sunday.
Following the court's directive, security has been tightened in the Shahi Jama Masjid area of Sambhal, with a three-member committee overseeing the painting work ahead of Ramzan.
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Overview

  • The Allahabad High Court approved the whitewashing and decorative lighting of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, ensuring no structural tampering.
  • The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) began the restoration work on March 16, with the project expected to be completed within a week.
  • Tensions in Sambhal have persisted since November 2024, when clashes during a survey of the mosque resulted in four deaths and several injuries.
  • A three-member committee, including ASI officials, a scientific expert, and a local administration representative, is supervising the work.
  • Security measures, including CCTV and drone surveillance, have been implemented to maintain peace during the restoration process.