A court survey at Jama Masjid, Sambhal, investigates claims it occupies the Shri Hari Har Temple site, protected under the Ancient Monuments Preservation Act.
Speaking to the media, the mother of the victim said, "Yesterday, my daughter told Prashant that she does not fear anyone and will vote for Kamal [the political symbol of the BJP]." She asserted that her daughter was strangled to death for suggesting that she would vote for the BJP in the bypolls. Investigation into the murder of Dalit woman in Karhal is underway.
The court-ordered Jama Masjid survey in Sambhal triggered protests, market closures, and heightened tensions. Authorities ensured security, with findings to be reviewed on 29th November.
The court-ordered survey at Jama Masjid Sambhal was conducted following petition suggesting it was built on demolished Hindu temple site. The survey was conducted under the Advocate Commissioner with security arrangements.
The IB is investigating multiple aspects, including funding sources. Under government directives, the IB has identified these unrecognized madrasas and Maktabs and commenced a thorough inquiry into their funding.