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Ujjain Mosque Removal Work Continues Amid 2,000 Police Deployment
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 07:36 PM
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Work to remove damaged sections of the Shahi Mosque in Ujjain continues on the second day, with about 2,000 police officers deployed and drone surveillance in place.
The removal of damaged portions of the historic Shahi Mosque in Ujjain has entered its second day amid a large police presence. The operation is part of a broader road‑widening project that has affected several heritage structures in the city.
Police forces, numbering roughly 2,000, have been stationed around the site to maintain order and ensure the safety of workers and visitors. Their deployment reflects the sensitivity of the operation, given the mosque’s cultural significance.
In addition to ground security, authorities are using drones to monitor progress and document the removal process. The aerial footage is intended to provide a transparent record of the work and to address concerns from the local community.
A video featuring the AIMIM state president discussing the issue has gone viral, drawing attention to the controversy and prompting calls for a balanced approach that respects both infrastructure development and heritage preservation.
Police forces, numbering roughly 2,000, have been stationed around the site to maintain order and ensure the safety of workers and visitors. Their deployment reflects the sensitivity of the operation, given the mosque’s cultural significance.
In addition to ground security, authorities are using drones to monitor progress and document the removal process. The aerial footage is intended to provide a transparent record of the work and to address concerns from the local community.
A video featuring the AIMIM state president discussing the issue has gone viral, drawing attention to the controversy and prompting calls for a balanced approach that respects both infrastructure development and heritage preservation.