Protesters Prevent Demolition of Delhi Mosque’s Wall
The MCD on Tuesday attempted to demolish the wall, claiming it was unauthorized
However, people gathered at the site in protest, forcing the civic body to halt the demolition drive.
The MCD had initiated the anti-encroachment drive amid heavy security deployment. "This initiative was part of our ongoing efforts to address unauthorized religious encroachments and uphold the integrity of public spaces," it said.
In a statement, the MCD said that it has succeeded in removing 20 metres of the “unauthorized” wall in Municipal Park in Mangolpuri in Ward No 42 of Rohini Zone.
However, the situation soon escalated due to the presence of several protestors, who had formed a human chain around the structure.
"Additionally, the presence of female protesters sitting on the unauthorised structure complicated the law and order situation," the MCD said.
It said that despite efforts, the authorities were unable to safely disperse the crowd, following which the demolition was halted "to maintain peace and order", following a request from the police.
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The municipal body said that a report regarding this issue has also been filed in the High Court.
Muslim groups have the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) of using bulldozers to illegally demolish the religious sites and homes and businesses of Muslims.
Over the past few years, various historical sites, notably mosques, have faced challenges from the authorities and the individuals associated with Hindu nationalist groups.
Source: India Today
