Indias Bulldozer Justice

Security personnel deployed during demolition of a portion of the 185-year-old Noori Masjid, in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, on December 10, 2024. The authorities claimed that the portion was illegal and obstructing the widening of the Banda-Bahraich Highway. Photo: PTI
South Asia

India partially demolishes 185-year-old Noori Masjid citing encroachment on future roadwork

The incident happened days after the Indian Supreme Court underlined that bulldozer action is unacceptable under the rule of law

Police officers throw stones towards the demonstrators during a protest against a government demolition drive, in Haldwani in the northern state of Uttarakhand, India, February 8, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Stringer/File Phot
South Asia

India's top court denounces demolitions of illegal properties, issues guidelines