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Owaisi Urges Rijiju to Protect Mosque Near PM's Residence
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What Happened?
Asaduddin Owaisi has called on Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to intervene in the Race Course Masjid case, criticizing the Delhi Waqf Board for not challenging a demolition order for the historic mosque.
Key points
- Owaisi criticized the Delhi Waqf Board for failing to challenge the demolition order for the mosque.
- The mosque has been a gazetted waqf property since 1977.
- An eviction notice was issued by the Land and Development Office (L&DO) on October 19.
- The Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind is seeking protection for the mosque during the legal dispute.
- The mosque is located near Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence.
Key insights
- The Delhi Waqf Board's inaction raises concerns about governance and accountability in minority affairs.
- Owaisi's appeal highlights the ongoing tensions between religious sites and government regulations.
- The outcome of this case may set a precedent for future disputes involving religious properties.
Why it matters
The situation could affect the preservation of a historic mosque and its community significance.
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Asaduddin Owaisi· PersonKiren Rijiju· PersonRace Course Masjid· LocationDelhi Waqf Board· OrganizationJamiat Ulama-i-Hind· OrganizationNarendra Modi· Person
Source
India Today
