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UP Muslim MPs urge government to stop targeted demolition of heritage structures
The Hindu··22 Jun
The Hindu reported that Muslim MPs from Uttar Pradesh on June 21 said discriminatory demolitions violate religious rights and give Pakistan's President unnecessary ammunition after Zardari commented on threats to Varanasi's Masjid Ganj Shaheeda.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Heritage structure demolitions remain politically sensitive in UP.
- Cross-border rhetoric is influencing domestic minority debates.
- Muslim leaders want disputes resolved within Indian institutions.
What's Happening
- UP Muslim MPs spoke on June 21 against targeted demolitions.
- Pakistan President Zardari commented on Varanasi mosque threats.
- Congress and SP leaders condemned external interference.
Heritage Dispute
- Masjid Ganj Shaheeda in Varanasi faces demolition threats.
- Zardari posted concerns on June 20.
- MPs say Indian Muslims can raise grievances domestically.
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