Indian Politics
Tension in Saharanpur After Demolition of 115-Year-Old Mosque
The Indian Express1h
THE BRIEF
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Authorities in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, demolished a 115-year-old mosque on September 6, 2026, following the dismissal of a legal appeal.
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The demolition triggered local unrest, with Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan claiming she was placed under house arrest by district officials.
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Opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav and Asaduddin Owaisi, condemned the action, alleging the BJP government is targeting religious structures.