A wall of an illegal mosque demolished by Hindus in Bareilly, UP

The police rebuilt the wall !

Bareilly (UP) – Hindus have started protesting against the illegal construction of a mosque in Dandi village here. The demolition of a wall of the mosque has created a lot of tension in the area and a large number of police personnel have been deployed. It is noteworthy that demolished wall is been reconstructed by the police.

1. Hindus had complained to the administration about this illegal construction three months ago, at which time the administration had stopped the construction in the presence of the police; however, even after that, the illegal construction was not completely demolished, leading to simmering anger among the Hindus.

2. On September 27, Hindus demolished a part of the wall of the illegal mosque. After this incident, the police immediately reached the spot and rebuilt the wall under their supervision. There was also violence and some Hindus were arrested in this case.

3. The Arrest angered the Hindus and started a protest led by BJP MLA MP Dr Arya, demanding unconditional release of the arrested youths and complete closure of illegal constructions.

4. The re-construction of the wall by the police has raised questions about their role; Hindus have alleged that the police are working in favour of Muslims and encouraging illegal constructions.

5. Superintendent of Police Mukesh Chandra Mishra said that the administration had taken steps in the past to prevent the illegal construction of the mosque. The construction was already halted as per the orders of the magistrate. Hindus allege that, namaj were being offered there and clandestinely construction was started again.

Editorial Perspectives

  • When the BJP is in power in Uttar Pradesh, it is unthinkable for the police to build the wall of an illegal mosque. This is not expected by Hindus !
  • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath should take stern action against the administration and police who remain inactive even when illegal mosques are being built and Hindus complain about it !