Violence in Sambhal over Shahi Jama Masjid survey
Violent clashes erupted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, following a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, a 16th-century mosque. The survey was prompted by a petition claiming the mosque was built on the site of a destroyed temple. Four people died and dozens were injured in the clashes between protesters and police.
Massive violence broke out on Sunday when a large crowd opposed a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal.
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