Jaipur Mosque Demolition: 44-Year-Old Noorani Mosque Removed for Road Widening

Authorities demolished Jaipur’s Noorani Mosque despite land claims and short notice. Officials say the structure impeded a necessary road widening project amid area congestion. Three thousand police maintained order during the demolition and related religious structures face similar removal. Internet service suspension attempted controlling rumor spread. Committee leaders question development authority claims about mosque legality.