Muslims in Dhar to Hold Home Prayers Following Court Ruling on Bhojshala
Bhojshala case: Muslims to offer namaz at homes in Dhar on first Friday after HC order
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In Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, the Muslim community will observe their first Friday prayers at home, wearing black bands in protest against the Madhya Pradesh High Court's ruling that designated the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex as a temple. The ruling has led to heightened security measures as Hindu organizations plan to gather for prayers at the site.
- 01The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex is a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, reversing a 2003 order allowing Muslim prayers there.
- 02Muslims in Dhar will close their businesses and wear black bands on the first Friday after the court verdict to express their discontent peacefully.
- 03Over 1,500 police personnel, drones, and CCTV surveillance have been deployed around the Bhojshala complex to maintain order during the religious gatherings.
- 04Hindu organizations are organizing a procession and prayers at Bhojshala, claiming long-standing restrictions on their worship at the site.
- 05Community leaders from both sides are meeting with authorities to ensure peace and adherence to court directives.
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In the wake of a recent ruling by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which declared the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the Muslim community in Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, plans to conduct their first Friday prayers at home. They will wear black bands in protest and close their businesses to express their dissatisfaction with the court's decision. The ruling has led to significant security measures, with over 1,500 police personnel deployed along with drones and CCTV surveillance to monitor the area. Meanwhile, Hindu organizations have called for a gathering at Bhojshala for prayers, asserting that they have faced restrictions on worship at the site for decades. Community leaders are working with local authorities to ensure that peace is maintained and that the court's directives are followed. Abdul Samad, president of the Muslim community, emphasized that their actions will remain within the law and will not disrupt public order.
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The ruling affects the religious practices of both communities in Dhar, potentially escalating tensions and impacting local businesses.
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