Supreme Court to Decide on Bhojshala Dispute Stay: Hindu Petitioners Push for Progress

Hindu petitioners have approached the Supreme Court to lift a stay on actions based on an ASI report regarding 'Bhojshala', a monument in Madhya Pradesh claimed by both Hindus and Muslims. The petitioners urge the apex court to vacate the interim order to allow the High Court to decide on merits swiftly.

Hindu petitioners have appealed to the Supreme Court to lift a stay imposed on April 1, which halted actions based on an Archeological Survey of India (ASI) report concerning 'Bhojshala,' a contested medieval-era structure in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district. Both Hindu and Muslim communities assert ownership over the site.

The application, submitted by the Hindu Front of Justice and others, contends that the Supreme Court's order has effectively stalled proceedings before the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Filed through advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, the petition argues for an expedited judgment on the merits of the case and requests the vacation of the SC's interim order.

The ASI completed its survey as directed by the High Court, submitting a report on July 15, 2024. The Hindu petitioners argue that no useful purpose is served by continuing the interim order. They emphasize that the Special Leave Petition by the Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society challenging this has become moot, as objections can still be raised in court.

(With inputs from agencies.)