The Supreme Court has paused the Madras High Court’s decision to demolish a temple in Madurai that was constructed on reserved land. The petitioners argue they were not allowed the opportunity to respond prior to the court’s ruling, prompting the Supreme Court’s intervention in the matter.
The Supreme Court of India has temporarily stayed the demolition of a dargah in Thane for seven days, allowing the managing trust a chance to appeal the Bombay High Court’s March order. This interim measure maintains the status quo while the trust seeks reconsideration of the demolition decision due to unauthorized construction.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered a halt to the demolition of Bale Shah Peer Dargah in Uttan, maintaining the status quo. A notice was issued to the Maharashtra government regarding its previous actions. The case will be revisited in four weeks, following concerns over alleged illegal construction in a protected area.