Jama Masjid’s Status As a ‘Protected’ Monument| “Important Documents are in Your Custody, and You are Responsible For Safeguarding Them”: Delhi HC Directs Centre & ASI

Today, On 28th August, The Delhi High Court directed the Centre and ASI to produce documents regarding the decision not to declare Jama Masjid a protected monument. This followed PILs requesting its protection and removal of encroachments. The court warned of action if the missing documents were not presented and scheduled the main hearing for September 27.