Sambhal temple-mosque row: UP court to hear plea on July 21

A Chandausi court in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district on Thursday has scheduled a hearing on July 21 to consider a plea seeking a ban on offering namaz at the Shahi Jama Masjid, a site claimed by Hindu petitioners to be the ancient Harihar Temple.

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The application, filed by Simran Gupta, argues that since the religious character of the site is under judicial examination, all religious activity—including Islamic prayers—should be suspended until a final ruling is made. The plea contends that Muslims are being allowed to pray at the mosque, while Hindus are barred from worship at the site, and demands equal restriction.