"The denial of the right to worship the object of it, that is the Deity, is a continuing wrong," said Allahabad HC dismissing Gyanvapi Mosque Committee's plea
This comes after the ASI submitted its report as sought by the High Court, which rebuked the ASI in April this year for its laxity in submitting its report on the feasibility of carbon dating the Shivling found inside the mosque.
The court was hearing a petition filed in 2021 by Mukhtar’s wife Afsha Ansari – now absconding -- who had prayed that the court to direct the state government and concerned officials “to provide adequate safeguards and protection” to Mukhtar while he is lodged in jail or when he is produced before any court in the state.
The High Court remitted the entire matter back to the Mathura District Judge. Srikrishna Virajman had petitioned the District Judge for a review of the Civil Court's decision to dismiss the civil complaint.
On April 4, 2023, the state government was ordered by the high court to implement/notify Rules/Guidelines established by the Chief Justice for providing benefits, including domestic help, to retired judges. However, the court stated on Wednesday that the officers did not comply with the April 4 directive.