The Ajmer Dargah chief criticized recent claims about mosques and highlighted the tragic consequences of such disputes, referencing a recent incident in Sambhal where five died. He accused petitioners of seeking personal interests. Concerns were raised about rising communal tensions linked to court rulings challenging the status of religious sites, primarily by Hindu groups.
Today, On 28th November, Mehbooba Mufti and Sajad Lone raised concerns over a court notice linking Ajmer Sharif Dargah to a Shiva temple, warning of threats to religious harmony. Lone criticized society’s focus on temple searches over technological innovation, contrasting India’s regression with Dubai’s progress, while emphasizing tolerance and spirituality as essential values.
On November 6, 2024, the NBDSA ordered News18 India to remove the “Baba Bageshwar Exclusive Interview” for promoting superstition and religious discord. The complaint, filed by Indrajeet Ghorpade, highlighted the broadcaster’s responsibility for guests’ inflammatory remarks. NBDSA emphasized adherence to ethical codes in media reporting.
A BSP candidate, Kushwaha Shivpujan Mehta, filed a legal complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of disturbing communal harmony during an election rally. Sarma’s remarks about potentially naming a newly elevated district after Hindu deities sparked concerns over rising communal tensions, emphasizing the need for responsible political discourse.
The Kerala High Court today directed against illegal religious structures on Government land, stating that God is omnipresent and does not need such encroachments. It mandated the removal of encroachers, including those with illegal religious structures, within six months. The court highlighted the potential for communal discord and emphasized the need to uphold institutions for religious and charitable activities.
On Thursday(21st March),A petition filed in the Bombay High Court seeks FIRs against politicians for hate speeches following Mira Road violence. Prominent politicians, including Nitesh Rane, T Raja Singh, and Geeta Jain, are accused of exacerbating tensions with their speeches. The petitioners highlight police inaction and emphasize the need for unbiased law enforcement to maintain communal harmony.
