Harmony Amidst Diversity: Sambhal's Holi and Jumma Namaz Celebration Plans

Zafar Ali, president of Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid, announced that Friday prayers on March 14 will be at 2.30 pm due to Holi celebrations. The mosque will undergo painting and renovation starting Thursday. Ali urged peaceful coexistence during the festivities, highlighting administration efforts to ensure safety and harmony.

In a bid to maintain harmony during overlapping celebrations of Holi and the second Friday of Ramzan, Zafar Ali, president of Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid, announced that Jumma prayers on March 14 would start at 2.30 pm. This decision comes amidst tensions following last year's riots.

Painting and renovation of the mosque will begin Thursday, under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India, with the committee overseeing the process. Ali highlighted safety measures, including mosque coverings, praising the administration's efforts.

Sambhal authorities, including the police, have deployed seven companies of Provincial Armed Constabulary to ensure safety. Tree-lined peace committee meetings are ongoing, fostering communal harmony despite recent controversies.

(With inputs from agencies.)