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Religion
Ujjain Shahi Mosque Dispute Settled: 3‑Foot Section and Shop to Be Removed After High Court Hearing
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 04:16 PM
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A settlement was reached in the Ujjain Shahi Mosque construction dispute, with both parties agreeing to remove roughly three feet of the contested area and a shop following a hearing at the Indore High Court.
The Indore High Court heard arguments on Monday regarding the long‑standing construction dispute surrounding the Shahi Mosque in Ujjain. Representatives of the mosque management and the opposing party appeared before the bench to present their positions on the contested extension.
After deliberations, the two sides arrived at a mutual agreement. The settlement stipulates that approximately three feet of the disputed structure, along with an adjoining shop, will be dismantled to restore the original layout of the mosque premises.
Legal observers noted that the accord averts further protracted litigation and allows the mosque to resume normal religious activities without the cloud of legal uncertainty. Implementation of the removal is expected to be overseen by local authorities to ensure compliance with the court‑approved terms.
The decision reflects a cooperative resolution in a sensitive religious matter, highlighting the role of the judiciary in facilitating dialogue between conflicting stakeholders in Madhya Pradesh.
After deliberations, the two sides arrived at a mutual agreement. The settlement stipulates that approximately three feet of the disputed structure, along with an adjoining shop, will be dismantled to restore the original layout of the mosque premises.
Legal observers noted that the accord averts further protracted litigation and allows the mosque to resume normal religious activities without the cloud of legal uncertainty. Implementation of the removal is expected to be overseen by local authorities to ensure compliance with the court‑approved terms.
The decision reflects a cooperative resolution in a sensitive religious matter, highlighting the role of the judiciary in facilitating dialogue between conflicting stakeholders in Madhya Pradesh.