Mosque partially demolished in Ujjain, India, sparking protests and police clashes
A mosque in Ujjain, India, which protesters claim is 600-years-old, was partially demolished by local authorities as part of an anti-encroachment drive to facilitate a Hindu pilgrimage corridor. The action led to protests by Muslims, who deem the demolition illegal, resulting in clashes with police and arrests. Authorities assert the structure was illegal, referencing a 2022 High Court order.
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- A mosque in Ujjain, India, was partially demolished
- The demolition was part of an anti-encroachment drive
- The drive is linked to clearing land for a Hindu pilgrimage corridor (Mahakal Lok)
- Muslims protested the demolition
- Police clashed with protesters
- Protesters were arrested
- Local administration claims the structure was illegal
- A 2022 High Court order is cited by authorities
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