Whitewashing of Sambhal Jama Masjid Begins Following Allahabad High Court Approval

The court-mandated project is being overseen by a three-member committee to ensure structural integrity and compliance with guidelines.

The Allahabad High Court permitted the whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid's outer walls on March 12, with completion expected within one week.
A three-member committee, including ASI officials, a scientific expert, and a local representative, is supervising the work to prevent structural damage.
Security has been heightened around the mosque, with police deployed and surveillance conducted via CCTV and drones, to maintain peace.
Tensions in Sambhal have remained high since November 2024 riots, which erupted during an ASI survey of the mosque, resulting in four deaths and multiple injuries.
The next court hearing related to the mosque and the November violence is scheduled for April 8, with 80 arrests made so far in the ongoing investigation.