Dispute Escalates Over Police Station Construction on Waqf Land in Sambhal
A dispute has intensified regarding the construction of a police station near Jama Masjid in Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president, Asaduddin Owaisi, has criticized the central and state governments, accusing them of allowing the construction on Waqf land. He leveled serious allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, asserting that the construction is intended to create discord.
Owaisi Levels Serious Accusations
On Tuesday (December 31, 2024), Asaduddin Owaisi presented his arguments and evidence on the social media platform X, regarding this contentious issue. He wrote,
"The police station being constructed near Jama Masjid in Sambhal is situated on Waqf land, as per the records. Furthermore, construction near protected monuments is prohibited under the Ancient Monuments Act. Narendra Modi and Yogi Adityanath are responsible for creating a tense atmosphere in Sambhal."
Owaisi Presents Land Documents
To bolster his claims, Owaisi shared land documents. He stated,
"This is Waqf number 39-A, Moradabad. This is the Waqf deed of the land on which the police station is being built. The Uttar Pradesh government shows no respect for the law."
According to him, the land belongs to the Waqf Board, yet construction continues despite this.
Legal Ramifications
Citing the Ancient Monuments Act, Owaisi emphasized that any construction near protected monuments is prohibited. He asserted that the government is disregarding this law.
Political Posturing on the Dispute
Local groups have also protested against this measure. However, the state administration has yet to issue an official response to this matter.
Allegations of Creating Tension
Owaisi argued that such construction risks disrupting social harmony. He urged the central and state governments to immediately halt the construction and safeguard Waqf properties.
Currently, the Yogi government has not responded to the issue. It remains to be seen what steps the administration will take to resolve this dispute.
