Archive · 26 Jun 2025
UP Officials Demolish 'Illegal' Mazar in Sambhal
In a village in Uttar Pradesh, a religious structure called a mazar was torn down.
The government said it was built illegally on land meant for a road, blocking traffic.
Officials used bulldozers to remove it, following orders from higher authorities.
The action was taken because the structure was unauthorized.
The local revenue department and police oversaw the demolition.
An 'illegal' mazar was demolished in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh.
The demolition was carried out by the administration using bulldozers.
The mazar allegedly encroached on land designated for a public road.
The action was taken under the orders of the District Magistrate and Sub-Divisional Magistrate.
Officials stated the structure obstructed traffic movement.
- Who
- The administration, including the revenue department and police.
- What
- Demolition of an 'illegal' mazar.
- When
- Thursday (as reported on June 26, but the specific date not given).
- Where
- Akhwandpur Kafoorpur village, Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- Because the mazar was built illegally on land designated for a public road and obstructed traffic.
Illegal encroachment
Not applicable
Construction
Illegal encroachment
The structure was illegally constructed.
Not applicable
Not applicable.
- Location
- Akhwandpur Kafoorpur village, Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh
- Action
- Demolition
- Structure
- Mazar (shrine)
- Reason for demolition
- Illegal construction, obstruction of road
- Authority
- District Magistrate and Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Sambhal