Ayodhya: The Indo Islamic Cultural Foundation is still waiting to begin construction on the mosque that is planned for Dhannipur village, six years after the Supreme Court delivered its verdict in the Ayodhya dispute. The organisation holds a 5 acre plot in the middle of farmland in Dhannipur, about 25 kilometres from the site where the Babri Masjid once stood. The structural plan for the new mosque is still under preparation. The group intends to submit it to the authorities soon. Work can start only after official approval. The expected earliest start is after March 2026.
The foundation has faced delays due to slow progress on design approvals and low donation inflow. The mosque project was allotted this land as part of the Supreme Court verdict that handed the original disputed site to the Hindu side. A Ram Temple now stands on the site where the Babri Masjid was demolished in 1992. The temple was inaugurated almost two years ago. The new mosque was expected to begin much earlier, but the process has moved forward at a slow pace.
The Dhannipur project is planned to include a mosque, community facilities, and public services. The trust has focused on finalising the layout and construction plan before seeking clearance. As another December 6 passes, the Muslim community waits for visible progress on the site that was meant to provide an alternative space for worship. Project members say the next phase depends on approvals and funds. Work is expected to pick up after these requirements are met.
