Today, On 7th July, Bombay High Court questioned the plea seeking a 9-day slaughter ban during Jain Paryushan Parv, asking, “Under which statutory obligation should slaughterhouses be closed?” The court cautioned against setting a precedent for similar future demands.
The Gujarat government defended its demolition activities in Gir Somnath before the Supreme Court, asserting the need to remove illegal encroachments on public land. In response to a legal challenge, the government emphasized adherence to legal procedures, while the petitioner accused authorities of targeting Muslim sites unlawfully. The case was adjourned for further review.