Illegal dargahs and madarasas bulldozed in Gujarat

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) – On 12th March, three dargahs illegally constructed on Government land in Anjar, Kutch, were demolished with bulldozers. The administration carried out the demolition drive amidst stringent Police security. Meanwhile, action was taken at the Hajipeer, Nageshapir, and Vallipeer Dargahs. Furthermore, another illegal structure was razed. A significant Police force was deployed in the region for this late-night operation. Before the action, notices were issued by the administration to all the illegal constructions, after which the action was taken.

Recently, the disputed religious site near Majewadi Gate was demolished. The demolition drive was undertaken by Junagadh Municipal Corporation.  Previously, three unlawful madrasas had been razed in Khavra, Kutch. Bulldozers were also deployed in Jamnagar on 9th March to clear two illegal houses belonging to renowned criminal Razak Saicha and his brother. In addition to this, on 11th March, bulldozers were used on two unauthorised dargahs in Abdasa, Kutch.

Editorial Perspective

Was the administration sleeping when the illegal buildings were constructed ?