Halt the Demolition of Sunhari Bagh Masjid in New Delhi : Maulana Mahmood Asa'd Madani
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing his deep concern regarding the potential demolition of the Sunhari Bagh Mosque situated at Rajpath in New Delhi.
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Jamiat President urges Prime Minister to prevent irreparable damage to shared heritage
New Delhi, December 26, 2023: Maulana Mahmood Asa'd Madani, President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing his deep concern regarding the potential demolition of the Sunhari Bagh Mosque situated at Rajpath in New Delhi. In his letter, Maulana Madani has conveyed his apprehension regarding the notification issued by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), soliciting public opinion on the proposed removal of the mosque. He emphasized that such an action could significantly harm our shared cultural heritage.
"The mosque is a grade-III heritage building as per an October 2009 notification of Delhi government. It was erected around 200 years ago which caters to a large number of worshippers working in nearby offices."
In the letter Maulana Madani said, "We firmly believe that such an action would constitute a grave loss to our shared heritage. This mosque, with its profound historical significance, stands as a testament to our nation's pluralistic ethos and the harmonious coexistence of various communities. Its existence is not only crucial for their architectural beauty but also for the spiritual and historical values they represent."
"I urge you to kindly take cognizance of this matter and initiate the necessary steps to ensure the protection and preservation of Masjid Sunheri Bagh. I am confident that your intervention in this matter will be a crucial step in safeguarding our cultural identity and reinforcing the government's commitment to preserving the rich heritage that defines our great nation."
Meanwhile, a delegation of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind visited the concerned mosque. The delegation met with Imam Maulana Abdul Aziz to gather further information. The Imam emphasized that the mosque diligently adheres to all government security directives. He noted that even congregational prayers are not organized during the parliamentary session, and the mosque does not contribute to any traffic issues. Maulana Hakeemuddin Qasmi specifically urged the people of Delhi to voice their opposition to the NDMC notification.
The Jamiat delegation included Maulana Ghayoor Ahmed Qasmi, Maulana Irfan Qasmi, Maulana Mufti Zakir Hussain Qasmi, Maulana Ehtsham Qasmi, and Maulana Azimullah Siddiqui.
