Today, On 6th June, The Bombay High Court told the petitioner asking for Bakri Eid namaz at August Kranti Maidan to approach the state government immediately, directing that the request be ideally considered within the same day without delay.
Earlier. The Bombay High Court had allowed the sacrifice, subject to strict compliance with earlier conditions, stating that the trust managing the dargah had fulfilled all required legal parameters. Just a day before Eid al-Adha (Bakri Eid), the Supreme Court of India today refused to give an urgent hearing to a petition challenging the Bombay […]
Today, On 3rd June, The Bombay High Court has permitted animal slaughter during Bakrid and Urs celebrations at Vishalgad Dargah in Kolhapur. This decision respects religious practices while balancing legal and cultural sensitivities in the region.
The Maharashtra government deployed heavy police personnel at Vishalgad Fort due to anticipated law and order issues. Inclement weather hindered their efforts. Violence erupted during a protest march, leading to an anti-encroachment drive and communal violence. The court directed clarification on the demolition of structures and will continue hearing petitions on August 5.
On Tuesday(18th June),The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra government for misinterpreting its order allowing animal slaughter at Vishalgad Fort during Bakri Eid and Urs, expressing concern that this interpretation could lead to disharmony and unrest. The court emphasized that its permission applied to all devotees and urged the authorities to adhere to the directive in both letter and spirit.
