Mosque demolition carried out under heavy police security in Sambhal

Millat Times Desk

12 November 2026 (Publish: 01:19 PM IST)

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The demolition of a mosque allegedly constructed without authorisation began on Thursday in Qutubpur Satta village, under the Asmoli area of Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal district. A large police force was deployed to maintain law and order during the operation.

According to Asmoli Circle Officer Aman Singh, local residents had informed the police and revenue authorities more than a month ago that a mosque was being constructed illegally on land designated for public use. A joint team subsequently inspected the site and found the construction unauthorised. Following an inquiry, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate issued an order declaring the structure illegal and directing its removal.

Tehsildar Dhirendra Kumar Singh said the mosque had been constructed on approximately 150 square metres of Waqf-declared land in a populated area without permission from the Waqf Board. Earlier reports, however, described the land as measuring around 130 square metres and identified it as public property.

Extensive security arrangements were made during the demolition. Four station house officers and police personnel from ten police stations were deployed, along with a platoon of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC). Police officers were stationed on rooftops, while drones were used to monitor the densely populated area and prevent any disturbance.