Rajasthan HC mandates hearing before bulldozing mosques in border areas, says government

The Jodhpur bench of the Rajasthan High Court issued a directive that no bulldozing work against mosques or other edifices in border districts will proceed without a prior judicial hearing. The order seeks to ensure that any action taken in these sensitive areas follows due legal process.\n\nThe court emphasized that the procedural safeguard is essential to protect the rights of communities residing in frontier zones, where disputes over land and religious structures often arise. By mandating a hearing, the bench aims to prevent arbitrary demolition and uphold constitutional guarantees.\n\nIn response, the Rajasthan state government affirmed its commitment to adhere to the High Court's ruling. Officials indicated that relevant departments will seek the necessary legal clearances before initiating any demolition activities, thereby respecting the court’s mandate.\n\nThe decision is expected to set a precedent for how similar cases involving religious structures in border regions are handled across the state, reinforcing the role of the judiciary in overseeing administrative actions.