Sanjauli Mosque Row Eases as Muslim Cleric Calls for Calm Amid Hindu Protests in India
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A tense standoff between Hindu and Muslim groups in Sanjauli, India, has subsided for now, with a Muslim cleric urging restraint and peaceful coexistence. Despite a handful of devotees attending the mosque for prayers, the atmosphere remained calm, thanks in part to the cleric's appeal. The dispute centers around the alleged unauthorized Sanjauli mosque, with Hindu organizations demanding its demolition and the disconnection of basic services. However, the Muslim community has maintained that the structure is legitimate and has been recognized by the administration. Local resident Riyasat Ali, who visited the mosque for prayers, clarified that the administration had not prohibited individual worship but had asked the community to avoid congregational prayers until the legal dispute is resolved. He emphasized that the community was waiting for the Himachal Pradesh High Court's next directions. The Devbhoomi Hindu Sangharsh Samiti, which has been staging a chain hunger strike, reiterated its demands for the full implementation of court orders directing action against the structure. The group accused the lone devotee of attempting to provoke tensions but praised the broader Muslim community for cooperating with appeals for communal harmony. The district administration has maintained a heightened vigilance, urging both communities to remain calm until the High Court's proceedings provide further clarity. Officials expect a significant development on Saturday, when they will brief stakeholders based on the committee's findings.
