Three broken idols of Hindu Gods have been recovered from the ancient Hindu Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, authorities said on Monday (Dec 16).

The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday (Dec 14) after being closed for the last 46 years.

Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra, who was present at the site, said that the idols were recovered during the digging of the well.

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“These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and soil in the well.”

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“The area has been secured so that excavation can be done smoothly,” he added.

The Shiv-Hanuman Temple has been closed since 1978 and was reopened by the authorities two days ago after they “stumbled upon” it during a drive against power theft. The devotees also painted religious slogans like 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Om Namah Shivay' on the walls of the temple.

After the reopening of the temple, the premises were cleaned and electricity was restored. CCTV cameras were also installed in the temple for security reasons.

On November 24, a clash broke out between protesters and security personnel in Sambhal after a court order for a survey of a mosque, which led to four people being killed and many others getting injured.

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On Sunday, Sambhal's Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar and District Magistrate (DM) Rajender Pensiya visited the newly uncovered temple to offer their prayers.

Amid the rising tensions in Sambhal, the district administration earlier had started an anti-encroachment drive to remove unauthorised constructions from public areas. The operation has also been conducted in Chandauli for the last two months, according to Sambhal SDM Vandana Mishra.

(With inputs from agencies)

Three broken idols of Hindu Gods have been recovered from the ancient Hindu Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, authorities said on Monday (Dec 16). The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday (Dec 14) after being closed for the last 46 years.

Three broken idols of Hindu Gods have been recovered from the ancient Hindu Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, authorities said on Monday (Dec 16). The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday (Dec 14) after being closed for the last 46 years. Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra, who was present at the site, said that the idols were recovered during the digging of the well. #WATCH | Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra says, "These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and… https://t.co/88CWJrUQgf pic.twitter.com/hmaTK8oCzk — ANI (@ANI) December 16, 2024 × “These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and soil in the well.” Also read | Ancient Hindu temple, closed since 1978 riots, reopens in India's Sambhal “The area has been secured so that excavation can be done smoothly,” he added. The Shiv-Hanuman Temple has been closed since 1978 and was reopened by the authorities two days ago after they “stumbled upon” it during a drive against power theft. The devotees also painted religious slogans like 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Om Namah Shivay' on the walls of the temple. After the reopening of the temple, the premises were cleaned and electricity was restored. CCTV cameras were also installed in the temple for security reasons. On November 24, a clash broke out between protesters and security personnel in Sambhal after a court order for a survey of a mosque, which led to four people being killed and many others getting injured. Also read | Sambhal violence: Judicial commission team arrives to probe violence On Sunday, Sambhal's Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar and District Magistrate (DM) Rajender Pensiya visited the newly uncovered temple to offer their prayers. Amid the rising tensions in Sambhal, the district administration earlier had started an anti-encroachment drive to remove unauthorised constructions from public areas. The operation has also been conducted in Chandauli for the last two months, according to Sambhal SDM Vandana Mishra. (With inputs from agencies)

Three Hindu idols found in Sambhal’s newly uncovered Shiv-Hanuman Temple: Police

Sambhal, India
Three broken idols of Hindu Gods have been recovered from the ancient Hindu Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, authorities said on Monday (Dec 16).
The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday (Dec 14) after being closed for the last 46 years.
Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra, who was present at the site, said that the idols were recovered during the digging of the well.
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“These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and soil in the well.”
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“The area has been secured so that excavation can be done smoothly,” he added.
The Shiv-Hanuman Temple has been closed since 1978 and was reopened by the authorities two days ago after they “stumbled upon” it during a drive against power theft. The devotees also painted religious slogans like 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Om Namah Shivay' on the walls of the temple.
After the reopening of the temple, the premises were cleaned and electricity was restored. CCTV cameras were also installed in the temple for security reasons.
On November 24, a clash broke out between protesters and security personnel in Sambhal after a court order for a survey of a mosque, which led to four people being killed and many others getting injured.
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On Sunday, Sambhal's Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar and District Magistrate (DM) Rajender Pensiya visited the newly uncovered temple to offer their prayers.
Amid the rising tensions in Sambhal, the district administration earlier had started an anti-encroachment drive to remove unauthorised constructions from public areas. The operation has also been conducted in Chandauli for the last two months, according to Sambhal SDM Vandana Mishra.
(With inputs from agencies)

The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday, December 14 after being closed for the last 46 years



Sambhal, India Three broken idols of Hindu Gods have been recovered from the ancient Hindu Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, authorities said on Monday (Dec 16). The idols were found in the well near the Shiv-Hanuman Temple, which was opened on Saturday (Dec 14) after being closed for the last 46 years. Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra, who was present at the site, said that the idols were recovered during the digging of the well. #WATCH | Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra says, "These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and… https://t.co/88CWJrUQgf pic.twitter.com/hmaTK8oCzk — ANI (@ANI) December 16, 2024 × “These are broken idols that were found during the digging of well. There is an idol of Lord Ganesh. The other one seems to be of Lord Kartikeya, more details are being sought. There was debris and soil in the well.” Also read | Ancient Hindu temple, closed since 1978 riots, reopens in India's Sambhal “The area has been secured so that excavation can be done smoothly,” he added. The Shiv-Hanuman Temple has been closed since 1978 and was reopened by the authorities two days ago after they “stumbled upon” it during a drive against power theft. The devotees also painted religious slogans like 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Om Namah Shivay' on the walls of the temple. After the reopening of the temple, the premises were cleaned and electricity was restored. CCTV cameras were also installed in the temple for security reasons. On November 24, a clash broke out between protesters and security personnel in Sambhal after a court order for a survey of a mosque, which led to four people being killed and many others getting injured. Also read | Sambhal violence: Judicial commission team arrives to probe violence On Sunday, Sambhal's Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar and District Magistrate (DM) Rajender Pensiya visited the newly uncovered temple to offer their prayers. Amid the rising tensions in Sambhal, the district administration earlier had started an anti-encroachment drive to remove unauthorised constructions from public areas. The operation has also been conducted in Chandauli for the last two months, according to Sambhal SDM Vandana Mishra. (With inputs from agencies)

The Congress on Wednesday alleged that both Houses of Parliament got adjourned because of the government's "stubborn unwillingness" to agree to an immediate discussion on the latest revelations regarding the Adani Group.

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Opposition continues to demand a joint parliamentary committee investigation into the entire "Modani scam".

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day amid opposition protests on various issues, including bribery charges related to the Adani Group.

"Today also both Houses of Parliament got adjourned because of the Govt's stubborn unwillingness to agree to an immediate discussion on the latest revelations regarding the Adani Group," Ramesh said in a post on X.

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"The Opposition continues to demand a JPC investigation into the entire Modani scam - which has global ramifications and has been born out of the cozy relationship between the PM and Mr. Gautam Adani," he said.

Gautam Adani, founder chairman of the ports-to-energy conglomerate, his nephew Sagar, and another key executive have been charged by the US Department of Justice of being part of an alleged scheme to pay USD 265 million bribes to Indian officials to win contracts for the supply of solar electricity that would yield USD 2 billion profit over a 20-year period.

Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Wednesday as opposition members insisted on a discussion on various issues, including bribery charges related to the Adani Group.

In the Lok Sabha, proceedings were adjourned for the day amid opposition protests over the Adani controversy and violence in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal.

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The Congress on Wednesday alleged that both Houses of Parliament got adjourned because of the government's "stubborn unwillingness" to agree to an immediate discussion on the latest revelations regarding the Adani Group.

The Congress on Wednesday alleged that both Houses of Parliament got adjourned because of the government's "stubborn unwillingness" to agree to an immediate discussion on the latest revelations regarding the Adani Group. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Opposition continues to demand a joint parliamentary committee investigation into the entire "Modani scam". Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day amid opposition protests on various issues, including bribery charges related to the Adani Group. "Today also both Houses of Parliament got adjourned because of the Govt's stubborn unwillingness to agree to an immediate discussion on the latest revelations regarding the Adani Group," Ramesh said in a post on X. Also read | Opposition MPs protest over Adani issue, stage mock 'interview' in parliament "The Opposition continues to demand a JPC investigation into the entire Modani scam - which has global ramifications and has been born out of the cozy relationship between the PM and Mr. Gautam Adani," he said. Gautam Adani, founder chairman of the ports-to-energy conglomerate, his nephew Sagar, and another key executive have been charged by the US Department of Justice of being part of an alleged scheme to pay USD 265 million bribes to Indian officials to win contracts for the supply of solar electricity that would yield USD 2 billion profit over a 20-year period. Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Wednesday as opposition members insisted on a discussion on various issues, including bribery charges related to the Adani Group. In the Lok Sabha, proceedings were adjourned for the day amid opposition protests over the Adani controversy and violence in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India: Both Houses of Parliament adjourned after opposition stages protests over Adani issue

In the latest update on the Sambhal violence, police found US and Pakistan-made cartridges at the site of the incident on Tuesday (Dec. 3). Police recovered a total of six cartridges from the drains at the site of violence and found one of them was made in Pakistan and another in the US, The Times of India (TOI) reported. The cartridges were found during a search operation by the forensic team along with the Municipal Corporation team.&nbsp;

Additional SP Shrish Chandra said, "On Tuesday, the forensic team arrived at the Kot Garvi neighbourhood, where violence occurred on November 24 during the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. The team found six cartridges in the drains. One of these empty cartridges was manufactured at the Pakistan Ordnance Factory."

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Furthermore, Moradabad's Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Singh told the agency, "One of the cartridges had 'POF' (meaning Pakistan Ordnance Factory) written on it. It is a 9 mm cartridge, and the bullet was shot. It is suspected that it is made in Pakistan. Another 9 mm cartridge with 'FL with two stars' is possibly made in the USA. Additionally, two 12-bore and two 32-bore shell casings were found. The police team is still conducting a search operation using metal detectors. We are taking the help of the Municipal Corporation in the drive."

<h2>Investigation underway&nbsp;</h2>

The SIT team is investigating the case to nab the culprits behind the violence. The Municipal Corporation has also been asked to resume its daily duties of cleaning the area so that more evidence could be recovered.&nbsp;

<h2>Rahul Gandhi barred from entering Sambhal</h2>

Meanwhile, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, said on Wednesday (Dec. 4) that he was not allowed to enter Sambhal. He said he was ready to go alone.&nbsp;

“We are trying to go to Sambhal. Police are refusing, not allowing us. As the leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, it is my right to go… I said that I am ready to go alone, I am ready to go with the police but they did not accept that either,” he said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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In the latest update on the Sambhal violence, police found US and Pakistan-made cartridges at the site of the incident on Tuesday (Dec. 3). Police recovered a total of six cartridges from the drains at the site of violence and found one of them was made in Pakistan and another in the US, The Times of India (TOI) reported.

In the latest update on the Sambhal violence, police found US and Pakistan-made cartridges at the site of the incident on Tuesday (Dec. 3). Police recovered a total of six cartridges from the drains at the site of violence and found one of them was made in Pakistan and another in the US, The Times of India (TOI) reported. The cartridges were found during a search operation by the forensic team along with the Municipal Corporation team. Additional SP Shrish Chandra said, "On Tuesday, the forensic team arrived at the Kot Garvi neighbourhood, where violence occurred on November 24 during the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. The team found six cartridges in the drains. One of these empty cartridges was manufactured at the Pakistan Ordnance Factory." Watch | Indian Police Arrests 7 In Tripura Over Bangladesh Mission Attack × Furthermore, Moradabad's Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Singh told the agency, "One of the cartridges had 'POF' (meaning Pakistan Ordnance Factory) written on it. It is a 9 mm cartridge, and the bullet was shot. It is suspected that it is made in Pakistan. Another 9 mm cartridge with 'FL with two stars' is possibly made in the USA. Additionally, two 12-bore and two 32-bore shell casings were found. The police team is still conducting a search operation using metal detectors. We are taking the help of the Municipal Corporation in the drive." Investigation underway The SIT team is investigating the case to nab the culprits behind the violence. The Municipal Corporation has also been asked to resume its daily duties of cleaning the area so that more evidence could be recovered. Rahul Gandhi barred from entering Sambhal Meanwhile, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, said on Wednesday (Dec. 4) that he was not allowed to enter Sambhal. He said he was ready to go alone. “We are trying to go to Sambhal. Police are refusing, not allowing us. As the leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, it is my right to go… I said that I am ready to go alone, I am ready to go with the police but they did not accept that either,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Sambhal violence: US, Pakistan-made cartridges found at site of clashes

The Supreme Court of India on Friday (Nov 29) directed the government of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh to maintain peace and harmony in Sambhal and temporarily restrained a local court from proceeding with a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid until January 8.

The Supreme Court of India on Friday (Nov 29) directed the government of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh to maintain peace and harmony in Sambhal and temporarily restrained a local court from proceeding with a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid until January 8. The apex court also advised the mosque committee to challenge the survey order in the high court, adding that the petition would be heard within three days. The bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar, added that the advocate commissioner’s survey report must remain confidential. The chief justice said, “We hope and trust the trial court would not take any further steps in the matter until the high court takes up the proceedings in relation to the matter and passes suitable orders.” The Supreme Court’s intervention comes after the mosque committee filed a plea against the survey of the mosque site in Sambhal. Chief Justice Khanna added, “In case any revision appeal is preferred before an appropriate forum, same would be listed within three working days. We hope and trust the trial court will not further proceed till High Court passes appropriate orders,” as reported by Live Law. Also read: 'Not distancing...' ISKCON clarifies stance on Chinmoy Krishna Das' arrest The Supreme Court hearing took place just days after violent clashes broke out during the second survey at the Shahi Jama Masjid site on November 24, which resulted in the death of four people. Late Thursday (Nov 28) night, the Uttar Pradesh government appointed a three-member committee, led by former Allahabad High Court judge Devendra Kumar Arora, to investigate the incident. Sambhal mosque row: All you need to know The controversy began on November 19 when eight individuals, including Supreme Court lawyer Hari Shankar Jain, filed a case in Sambhal’s civil court. They alleged that the Shahi Jama Masjid was built on the site of an ancient “Harihar Temple” and sought access to the location, claiming it as a temple. Watch: Indian, Sri Lankan Navies Target Narcotics Smuggling; 500 Kg Crystal Meth Seized The situation escalated on November 24 when a survey team, acting on the local court’s orders, visited the mosque for a second time. Protests turned violent, with stone-pelting from the crowd and police using tear gas to control the situation. The managing committee of the Shahi Jama Masjid then approached the Supreme Court, requesting an immediate halt to the survey. In their petition, they argued that such surveys of historical religious sites could inflame communal tensions and harm the secular principles of the country. (With inputs from agencies)

Sambhal violence: SC bars local court from taking further steps on mosque survey till Jan 8

The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea by Uttar Pradesh’s embattled Shahi Jama Masjid against a lower court order paving the way for the survey of the mosque on Friday (Nov. 29). A lower court had earlier ordered the survey following a petition claiming the Sambhal mosque was built by the Mughals after destroying a temple at the same site. The bench hearing the case would be headed by the new Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna.

The plea in India’s top court seeks to put a stay on the order passed on November 19 by the local court, reported news agency PTI. The plea noted that the survey has triggered massive communal tensions in the region and it should be halted as soon as possible.

"The haste in which the survey was allowed and conducted all within a day and suddenly another survey was conducted with a notice of barely six hours has given rise to widespread communal tensions and threatens the secular and democratic fabric of the nation," it said.

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A major clash between a mob and local police erupted on November 24&nbsp;as officials went to conduct the survey of the mosque. The mob of hundreds of people pelted stones at officials and torched several vehicles. The clashes led to the death of four people and injuries to dozens of police officers.

On Thursday, local police held a flag march in areas near the mosque, a day before Friday prayers, when authorities expect mass gatherings at the site. Tight security has been put in place to prevent&nbsp;any untoward incident. The flag march Thursday was headed by additional superintendent of police (ASP) Srish Chandra.

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"Namaz will be offered everywhere as usual. An appeal has been made. DM and SP have also spoken to the mosque committee that it is better if people come in lesser number...the mosque committee agrees to this. We have no issues with people peacefully coming for prayers," Aunjaneya Kumar Singh, the divisional commissioner of Moradabad division, was quoted as saying in media reports.

"We have also held meetings with people, meetings with peace committees and Muslim clerics from various mosques were also held. There is a consensus that tomorrow's namaz is offered peacefully. Everyone will offer namaz at their respective mosques," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea by Uttar Pradesh’s embattled Shahi Jama Masjid against a lower court order paving the way for the survey of the mosque on Friday (Nov.

The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea by Uttar Pradesh’s embattled Shahi Jama Masjid against a lower court order paving the way for the survey of the mosque on Friday (Nov. 29). A lower court had earlier ordered the survey following a petition claiming the Sambhal mosque was built by the Mughals after destroying a temple at the same site. The bench hearing the case would be headed by the new Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna. The plea in India’s top court seeks to put a stay on the order passed on November 19 by the local court, reported news agency PTI. The plea noted that the survey has triggered massive communal tensions in the region and it should be halted as soon as possible. "The haste in which the survey was allowed and conducted all within a day and suddenly another survey was conducted with a notice of barely six hours has given rise to widespread communal tensions and threatens the secular and democratic fabric of the nation," it said. Also read: Sambhal violence: Police firing ruled out as cause of deaths in autopsy A major clash between a mob and local police erupted on November 24 as officials went to conduct the survey of the mosque. The mob of hundreds of people pelted stones at officials and torched several vehicles. The clashes led to the death of four people and injuries to dozens of police officers. On Thursday, local police held a flag march in areas near the mosque, a day before Friday prayers, when authorities expect mass gatherings at the site. Tight security has been put in place to prevent any untoward incident. The flag march Thursday was headed by additional superintendent of police (ASP) Srish Chandra. Also read: Sambhal violence: Internet suspended, 20 detained after clashes over mosque survey "Namaz will be offered everywhere as usual. An appeal has been made. DM and SP have also spoken to the mosque committee that it is better if people come in lesser number...the mosque committee agrees to this. We have no issues with people peacefully coming for prayers," Aunjaneya Kumar Singh, the divisional commissioner of Moradabad division, was quoted as saying in media reports. "We have also held meetings with people, meetings with peace committees and Muslim clerics from various mosques were also held. There is a consensus that tomorrow's namaz is offered peacefully. Everyone will offer namaz at their respective mosques," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Sambhal violence: SC to hear plea challenging mosque survey amid communal tensions

A court-ordered survey of the Jama Masjid in Sambhal led to violence, deaths, and arrests. The survey was part of a broader religious and historical debate in Uttar Pradesh.

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Sambhal Violence: Survey Of 500-Year-Old Mosque Triggers Unrest In Uttar Pradesh

As the city of Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh is recovering from the impact of the violence that broke out over the survey of a Mughal-era mosque, Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq and local SP MLA Iqbal Mehmood's son, Sohail Iqbal, have been booked by the police in connection with the incident. The city administration and the police said they have evidence that the MP committed "provocative acts".

The violence led to the deaths of four people, while&nbsp;dozens more, including 24 police and administrative officials, were injured. A total of 25 people have been arrested so far.

Talking about the cause of the deaths, Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Kumar Singh said that prima facie it appears that country-made weapons were used. Seven FIRs have been registered over the violence.

"There is evidence against MP Ziaur Rahman Barq that he has committed provocative acts. Action has been taken against him under the provisions of the BNS," Singh said.

Superintendent of Police Krishan Kumar said on Monday that besides Barq and Iqbal, four others were also named in the FIR. He added that Barq's "Jama Masjid ki hifazat" (protection of Jama Masjid) remark led to the mobilisation of the mob, as per PTI.

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The MP was reportedly in Bengaluru at the time of the violence and not in Sambhal. On this being pointed out, Kumar said Barq's name was included in the FIR based on his previous statements.

"Due to Barq's statement earlier, the situation worsened. He was issued a notice earlier for this," he added.

The survey of the mosque was ordered by a local court in response to a petition that claimed that the Shahi Jama Masjid was built on the ruins of a temple. The Hindu side claims that Mughal emperor Babur demolished the temple in 1529.

A mob threw stones at the survey team and torched vehicles. District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya said that people who lived within a radius of 10-15 kilometres were responsible for the vandalism.

One survey of the mosque was completed last Tuesday, and this was the second survey.

As the city of Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh is recovering from the impact of the violence that broke out over the survey of a Mughal-era mosque, Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq and local SP MLA Iqbal Mehmood's son, Sohail Iqbal, have been booked by the police in connection with the incident.

As the city of Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh is recovering from the impact of the violence that broke out over the survey of a Mughal-era mosque, Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq and local SP MLA Iqbal Mehmood's son, Sohail Iqbal, have been booked by the police in connection with the incident. The city administration and the police said they have evidence that the MP committed "provocative acts". The violence led to the deaths of four people, while dozens more, including 24 police and administrative officials, were injured. A total of 25 people have been arrested so far. Talking about the cause of the deaths, Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Kumar Singh said that prima facie it appears that country-made weapons were used. Seven FIRs have been registered over the violence. "There is evidence against MP Ziaur Rahman Barq that he has committed provocative acts. Action has been taken against him under the provisions of the BNS," Singh said. Superintendent of Police Krishan Kumar said on Monday that besides Barq and Iqbal, four others were also named in the FIR. He added that Barq's "Jama Masjid ki hifazat" (protection of Jama Masjid) remark led to the mobilisation of the mob, as per PTI. Also Read: Clashes break out outside palace after new Maharana fails to get entry amid family feud The MP was reportedly in Bengaluru at the time of the violence and not in Sambhal. On this being pointed out, Kumar said Barq's name was included in the FIR based on his previous statements. "Due to Barq's statement earlier, the situation worsened. He was issued a notice earlier for this," he added. The survey of the mosque was ordered by a local court in response to a petition that claimed that the Shahi Jama Masjid was built on the ruins of a temple. The Hindu side claims that Mughal emperor Babur demolished the temple in 1529. A mob threw stones at the survey team and torched vehicles. District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya said that people who lived within a radius of 10-15 kilometres were responsible for the vandalism. One survey of the mosque was completed last Tuesday, and this was the second survey.

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Clashes broke out during a survey of a mosque in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Four people died, several others and police were injured. To prevent further violence, internet services were suspended across the district for a day.

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The opposition Congress party in India said on Sunday (Nov 24) that the violence in the Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Sambhal district was a "well-planned conspiracy." The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid.

The opposition Congress party in India said on Sunday (Nov 24) that the violence in the Uttar Pradesh's (UP) Sambhal district was a "well-planned conspiracy." The violence in Sambhal erupted earlier on Sunday during a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. Three people died and around two dozen other people were injured. The injured also included police personnel. According to the police, 20 people were taken into custody. 'No citizen in UP is SAFE under Yogi' In a statement, senior Congress leader Pawan Khera said, "No citizen in Uttar Pradesh is "SAFE" under CM Yogi Adityanath, who gave the reprehensible slogan of "Batenge toh Katenge". This is evident by the highly deplorable incidents of Sambhal today." Also read | Sambhal violence: Internet suspended, 20 detained after clashes over mosque survey "The videos of direct firing on protesters in Sambhal depict the horrifying result of a well-planned conspiracy by CM Adityanath and the BJP-RSS," Khera added. "We say with full responsibility that the Adityanath administration is squarely responsible for killing innocents and only the BJP-RSS is guilty of setting fire to the peace and harmony of Sambhal," Khera further said. Before Khera, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in UP of orchestrating the incident to prevent any discussion on election fraud. Security tightened near mosque following violence A day after the incident, security was tightened near the Shahi Jama Masjid to prevent order and prevent any escalation of violence in the district. Our statement on the tragic and avoidable riots in Sambhal: संभल में हुए दुखद एवं परिहार्य दंगों पर कांग्रेस पार्टी का वक्तव्य: pic.twitter.com/uOpKjYbw8g — Pawan Khera 🇮🇳 (@Pawankhera) November 24, 2024 × Visuals from the news agency ANI showed security personnel deployed with two-way radios for communication, firearms, vehicle barriers, and other equipment to maintain security. Police personnel could be seen patrolling the area. Cops find bullet shells of different bores At the incident site, police also found many bullet shells of different bores, a report by the Hindustan Times said. #WATCH | UP: Security heightened at Sambhal's Shahi Jama Masjid where an incident of stone pelting took place when a survey team arrived to conduct a survey of the mosque yesterday pic.twitter.com/kWZdlk5DCP — ANI (@ANI) November 25, 2024 × A police officer said that several kinds of weapons had been recovered from the detained people. "Many shells of different bores have been recovered at the spot where the firing took place," the officer said. (With inputs from agencies)

Sambhal violence: Cong calls incident a 'planned conspiracy'; security tightened outside mosque

Around 20 people have been taken into custody following the alleged stone-pelting and clashes that erupted during a survey of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal on Sunday morning, police said.

The incident left three people dead and around two dozen others, including policemen and senior officials, injured.

Officials said that those responsible for the violence will be charged under the National Security Act (NSA).

As a precaution, internet services across the district have been suspended for a day.

"We have taken 20 people into custody. The survey was conducted as per court orders, with adequate police deployment at the site. Some individuals made children stand in front and started pelting stones at the police. The police tried to control the situation and also appealed to anti-social elements to maintain peace. They also set some vehicles on fire. The police used anti-riot measures, including tear gas, to disperse the crowd," Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Moradabad Range, Muniraj G told ANI.

Sambhal Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishna Kumar Bishnoi said that additional police personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order. He further said that the alleged firing, in which a police PRO was injured, was done by using a country-made weapon.

"The situation is under control, and more forces have been deployed. Internet services have been suspended for a day...Some people started pelting stones at the police and the police also retaliated. They torched some vehicles and the police were targeted...Police dispersed the crowd...When DM and DIG were patrolling, two women pelted stones at them and firing was done through a country-made weapon and a PRO got shot in the foot," SP Bishnoi said.

"It is very unfortunate...An FIR has been filed under relevant sections, and strict action will be taken under the NSA. We are also investigating whether there was a conspiracy by examining the mobile phones of the people detained in connection with the violence," the SP added.

In view of the violence, the district administration issued a notice prohibiting citizens from buying or collecting stones, soda bottles, or any flammable or explosive materials on their roofs. The notice, issued by local SDM, warns that strict action will be taken against anyone found violating this order. Additionally, instructions were given to the Municipal Corporation to confiscate any construction material lying on roads immediately.

The stone-pelting incident occurred when a team arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey of the mosque. Locals, including those protesting the survey, allegedly pelted stones at survey team and security personnel.

Moradabad Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Kumar Singh explained, "After the survey was completed, three groups started pelting stones from different directions. The mob also set vehicles on fire and opened fire. The police responded with tear gas and plastic bullets to control the situation."

"The police PRO was shot in the foot during the firing. The deputy collector's foot was fractured. The Circle Officer (CO) was injured. A total of three people are confirmed dead in the firing. The situation is under control, and we are speaking to with their representatives," he said.

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The deceased have been identified as Nayeem, a resident of Court Karvi; Bilal, a resident of Sarai Tareen, Sambhal; and Noman, a resident of Hayatnagar Sarai Tareen, he added.

A magisterial inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident.

Officials said that an ASI team had arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey of the structure. The survey of the mosque was being conducted peacefully in presence of police force, following court orders, when a mob gathered at the site and started pelting stones at the survey team and security personnel.

"The survey was conducted between 7 am and 11 am, as per court directions. The process was initially peaceful with adequate police deployment. However, some people started stone-pelting, and the police dispersed them. Then, a larger mob of 2000-3000 people gathered and started stone-pelting again," Divisional Commissioner Singh told ANI earlier.

The survey was part of a legal process following a petition filed by senior advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, who claimed the mosque was originally a temple.

A similar survey was carried out on November 19 in the presence of the local police and members of the mosque's management committee.

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Around 20 people have been taken into custody following the alleged stone-pelting and clashes that erupted during a survey of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal on Sunday morning, police said.

Around 20 people have been taken into custody following the alleged stone-pelting and clashes that erupted during a survey of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal on Sunday morning, police said. The incident left three people dead and around two dozen others, including policemen and senior officials, injured. Officials said that those responsible for the violence will be charged under the National Security Act (NSA). As a precaution, internet services across the district have been suspended for a day. "We have taken 20 people into custody. The survey was conducted as per court orders, with adequate police deployment at the site. Some individuals made children stand in front and started pelting stones at the police. The police tried to control the situation and also appealed to anti-social elements to maintain peace. They also set some vehicles on fire. The police used anti-riot measures, including tear gas, to disperse the crowd," Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Moradabad Range, Muniraj G told ANI. Sambhal Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishna Kumar Bishnoi said that additional police personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order. He further said that the alleged firing, in which a police PRO was injured, was done by using a country-made weapon. "The situation is under control, and more forces have been deployed. Internet services have been suspended for a day...Some people started pelting stones at the police and the police also retaliated. They torched some vehicles and the police were targeted...Police dispersed the crowd...When DM and DIG were patrolling, two women pelted stones at them and firing was done through a country-made weapon and a PRO got shot in the foot," SP Bishnoi said. "It is very unfortunate...An FIR has been filed under relevant sections, and strict action will be taken under the NSA. We are also investigating whether there was a conspiracy by examining the mobile phones of the people detained in connection with the violence," the SP added. In view of the violence, the district administration issued a notice prohibiting citizens from buying or collecting stones, soda bottles, or any flammable or explosive materials on their roofs. The notice, issued by local SDM, warns that strict action will be taken against anyone found violating this order. Additionally, instructions were given to the Municipal Corporation to confiscate any construction material lying on roads immediately. The stone-pelting incident occurred when a team arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey of the mosque. Locals, including those protesting the survey, allegedly pelted stones at survey team and security personnel. Moradabad Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Kumar Singh explained, "After the survey was completed, three groups started pelting stones from different directions. The mob also set vehicles on fire and opened fire. The police responded with tear gas and plastic bullets to control the situation." "The police PRO was shot in the foot during the firing. The deputy collector's foot was fractured. The Circle Officer (CO) was injured. A total of three people are confirmed dead in the firing. The situation is under control, and we are speaking to with their representatives," he said. Also read: UP mosque survey: Three dead as massive mob clashes with police in Sambhal The deceased have been identified as Nayeem, a resident of Court Karvi; Bilal, a resident of Sarai Tareen, Sambhal; and Noman, a resident of Hayatnagar Sarai Tareen, he added. A magisterial inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident. Officials said that an ASI team had arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey of the structure. The survey of the mosque was being conducted peacefully in presence of police force, following court orders, when a mob gathered at the site and started pelting stones at the survey team and security personnel. "The survey was conducted between 7 am and 11 am, as per court directions. The process was initially peaceful with adequate police deployment. However, some people started stone-pelting, and the police dispersed them. Then, a larger mob of 2000-3000 people gathered and started stone-pelting again," Divisional Commissioner Singh told ANI earlier. The survey was part of a legal process following a petition filed by senior advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, who claimed the mosque was originally a temple. A similar survey was carried out on November 19 in the presence of the local police and members of the mosque's management committee. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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