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Religion
Rajasthan High Court issues notice to JDA over demolition of Jaipur's Noorani Masjid
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 08:31 AM
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The Rajasthan High Court has served notices to the Jaipur Development Authority and other parties in the case concerning the demolition of the historic Noorani Masjid‑Madrasa, after the Waqf Board alleged they were denied prior notice.
The Rajasthan High Court on Tuesday issued formal notices to the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA), the state government and other stakeholders in connection with the demolition of the century‑old Noorani Masjid‑Madrasa in Jaipur. The court’s order seeks a detailed response within eight weeks, directing the respondents to explain the procedural steps taken before the structure was razed.
The Waqf Board, which manages the mosque, contended that the demolition was carried out without any prior notice or opportunity for a hearing, violating statutory safeguards for religious properties. It has urged the court to intervene and restore the status quo.
Legal experts note that the High Court’s intervention underscores the need for compliance with the Waqf Act and other heritage‑preservation norms. The matter remains pending, and the court will decide on further remedial actions after reviewing the submissions.
The case has drawn attention from local communities and civil‑society groups, who fear that unchecked demolition could set a precedent for other religious sites. Authorities have said they will cooperate with the court’s directives.
The next hearing is scheduled after the eight‑week response period, where the court will assess whether any legal violations occurred and determine appropriate relief for the affected parties.
The Waqf Board, which manages the mosque, contended that the demolition was carried out without any prior notice or opportunity for a hearing, violating statutory safeguards for religious properties. It has urged the court to intervene and restore the status quo.
Legal experts note that the High Court’s intervention underscores the need for compliance with the Waqf Act and other heritage‑preservation norms. The matter remains pending, and the court will decide on further remedial actions after reviewing the submissions.
The case has drawn attention from local communities and civil‑society groups, who fear that unchecked demolition could set a precedent for other religious sites. Authorities have said they will cooperate with the court’s directives.
The next hearing is scheduled after the eight‑week response period, where the court will assess whether any legal violations occurred and determine appropriate relief for the affected parties.