Today, On 19th October, The 32-year-old case regarding the Gyanvapi complex under review in Varanasi’s civil court. The Muslim side submitted its arguments, and the court has scheduled the next hearing for October 25. It is anticipated that a ruling could be announced on that date. Speculation suggests that the long-standing case may finally reach a resolution in the upcoming hearing.
Varanasi: A hearing held today in the civil court regarding the 32-year-old case related to the Gyanvapi complex. The Muslim side presented its arguments, and the court set the next hearing for October 25.
Hindu party representatives, Vijay Shankar Rastogi and advocate Madan Mohan Yadav, were also present during the proceedings.
Speaking about the Lord Vishweshwarnath case, advocate Madan Mohan Yadav, representing the Hindu side, mentioned that the lawsuit, which has been ongoing since 1991, had been delayed and diverted by the Muslim side. However, now the Muslim side is referring to the Allahabad High Court’s order and is requesting a speedy hearing in the Gyanvapi case.
Lawyers from the Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee and the Waqf Board put forward their respective arguments. Meanwhile, the Hindu side submitted copies of judgments from the Allahabad High Court and the Supreme Court as part of their evidence. It is anticipated that a decision may be reached on October 25.
It’s important to note that the Hindu side already presented its stance in this case, and they are requesting an ASI survey of the remaining parts of the Gyanvapi complex, along with other demands. All eyes are now on the next court date to see what ruling will follow.
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The Gyanvapi mosque case revolves around a long-standing legal dispute between Hindu and Muslim communities over the Gyanvapi mosque complex, located adjacent to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The Hindu side claims that the mosque was built on the ruins of an ancient Hindu temple, with historical and religious significance, including the presence of a Jyotirlinga (a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva).
The dispute gained significant attention in 2021 when a “Shivling” allegedly discovered during a court-mandated survey of the mosque complex. However, the Muslim side maintains that the structure is part of a fountain in the mosque’s ‘wuzukhana‘ (ablution area). Since then, the Hindu petitioners have been seeking an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey to further investigate the site and verify their claims.