New Delhi: Expressing grave concern over the court-ordered survey of the historic Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind (M) said it has become a pattern of targeting historic mosques under fabricated historical narratives. As usual the miscreants claimed that Jama Masjid Sambhal was originally a temple and courts were entertaining such false petitions in contravention of the Places of Worship Act, 1991 which clearly states of maintaining status quo.
Jamiat president Maulana Mahmood Madani criticised this growing trend of targeting mosques under utterly baseless claims. He warned that such actions are undermining secular foundations of the country and creating discord in society.
He noted, “The nation continues to suffer from deep wounds of Babri Masjid’s demolition. To avoid repeating such painful incidents, the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, was enacted to safeguard the religious character of all places of worship as they stood on August 15, 1947. Even the Supreme Court, in its Ayodhya verdict, emphasised the significance of this law. However, it is alarming to see this legislation being disregarded in recent judicial actions.”
Maulana Madani pointed out the pattern of creating disputes over mosques, seeking judicial permission for surveys in the name of ‘uncovering the truth,’ and then using the findings to deepen divisions between communities. “Such actions not only weaken national unity but also provide divisive forces with opportunities to harm social harmony,” he said.
While reaffirming respect for judicial processes, he urged courts to consider the broader impact of their verdicts on the nation’s peace and stability. Maulana Madani assured that the mosque management committee would make every possible effort to protect Jama Masjid Sambhal and emphasised that Jamiat would extend legal support if required.
He appealed to citizens to uphold peace and harmony, exercise patience, and avoid any action that could advance the agenda of communal forces.
