The Allahabad High Court issued notices to the UP government, Central ministries, ASI and other authorities over the poor condition of thousands of heritage structures across the State. The Court was hearing a PIL stating that over 4,900 historic buildings in Uttar Pradesh are unprotected and on the verge of disappearance.
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.
