On Friday, a significant protest occurred at the Poona Christian Cemetery in Pune, Maharashtra, where nearly 1,000 members of the Marathi-speaking Christian community gathered to oppose the Pune Cantonment Board's (PCB) proposed demolition of the Shiloh Marathi Church of Christ. The PCB marked the church for demolition, citing it as an unauthorized structure amid a broader action against alleged encroachments on cemetery land. Protesters, including local Congress corporators and community leaders, argued that the PCB's actions violate their religious rights and legal processes. The church, which has served the community for nearly 30 years, is located within a historic cemetery that dates back to the British era. Protesters halted the demolition efforts when they forced officials to withdraw heavy machinery deployed at the site. Community leaders expressed concerns over the PCB's notice, which was dated March 23 but received only on April 13, leaving insufficient time for a response. They emphasized the church's significant role in community service, particularly in education and youth outreach. The PCB's CEO did not respond to inquiries regarding the situation.