Dhar Collector Inspects Bhojshala Site Ahead of Friday Namaz
Dhar Collector Rajeev Ranjan Meena inspects Bhojshala site, Supreme Court allows Friday Namaz

Dhar Collector Rajeev Ranjan Meena inspected the Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, to review preparations for Friday Namaz. The inspection follows a Supreme Court order allocating a part of land near the complex for the prayers.
The Collector visited the site with police and administrative officials to ensure necessary arrangements are in place. The team is preparing a plan to set up two entry and exit points and determine the resources needed.
The Supreme Court allowed members of the Muslim community to offer Friday Namaz on Khasra No. 596, a parcel of land next to the disputed Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex. The court directed the state government to make all required arrangements at the site.
The inspection comes as the district administration works to complete arrangements for Jumma prayers at Survey Nos. 596 and 611, located adjacent to the Bhojshala complex. However, heavy rain in Dhar has made the work more difficult, with water collecting at the location.
Dhar Tehsildar Dinesh Kumar Uikey said officials were trying to complete the arrangements as quickly as possible. He also said some local residents had raised objections, and the administration was holding talks with them to resolve the issue peacefully.
The Supreme Court's order was passed while hearing appeals related to the long-running Bhojshala/Kamal Maula dispute. The court said the identified land has a separate access road and is suitable for offering Friday prayers.
The Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex has been a site of dispute between the Hindu and Muslim communities. The Supreme Court's order aims to resolve the issue and allow members of the Muslim community to offer Friday Namaz at the allocated site.
The district administration is working to ensure that the arrangements are in place for the Friday Namaz, and the situation remains peaceful. The Supreme Court's order has been welcomed by the Muslim community, who have been seeking permission to offer prayers at the site.
In conclusion, the Dhar Collector's inspection of the Bhojshala site marks an important step towards resolving the long-running dispute. The Supreme Court's order has paved the way for members of the Muslim community to offer Friday Namaz at the allocated site, and the district administration is working to ensure that the arrangements are in place.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bhojshala/Kamal Maula dispute?
The Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex has been a site of dispute between the Hindu and Muslim communities.
Where will the Friday Namaz be held?
The Friday Namaz will be held on Khasra No. 596, a parcel of land next to the disputed Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex.