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Ajmer Dargah Row: Court Reserves Order on Temple Claims Impleadment Pleas

A district court in Ajmer has reserved its order on multiple impleadment pleas in a case concerning claims of a Shiv temple within the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The court heard arguments on around 12 applications filed under the Civil Procedure Code by various parties seeking to join the case. The original petition was filed by members of the Hindu Sena and Maharana Pratap Sena, while the dargah's Diwan and Khadims also sought inclusion. The court is expected to announce its decision on which parties will be allowed to participate in the proceedings on the next hearing date.

Key Points: Ajmer Dargah Row: Court Reserves Order on Temple Claims

  • Court reserves order on 12 impleadment pleas
  • Case involves claims of a Shiv temple within Ajmer dargah
  • Petitioners include Hindu Sena and Maharana Pratap Sena
  • Next hearing date awaited for court's decision
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Ajmer Dargah row: District court reserves order on impleadment pleas​

Ajmer district court reserves verdict on impleadment pleas in a case claiming a Shiv temple within the Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti dargah.

"The court heard all applications in detail and that it remains to be seen which pleas will be accepted or rejected. - Vishnu Gupta"

Ajmer, May 2

A district court in Ajmer on Saturday reserved its order after a detailed hearing on multiple petitions linked to claims of a Shiv temple within the dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.​

The hearing focused on around 12 applications filed under provisions of the Civil Procedure Code, through which various parties have sought to be impleaded in the case.​

After hearing arguments from all sides and examining supporting documents, the court concluded proceedings and reserved its verdict on who will be allowed to join the case as parties.​

The original petition has been filed by office-bearers of the Hindu Sena and the Maharana Pratap Sena.​

Several applicants have sought inclusion as plaintiffs or defendants, making representation central to the next phase of the proceedings.​

Petitioner Vishnu Gupta said the court heard all applications in detail and that it remains to be seen which pleas will be accepted or rejected.​

Counsel for the petitioners argued that objections were raised against several applications on grounds of insufficient facts and merit.​

An application was also moved on behalf of the dargah's Diwan (spiritual head) and Khadims (traditional custodians), seeking their inclusion as parties in the case.​

Legal representatives indicated that, following the conclusion of arguments, the court has reserved its order and is expected to pronounce its decision on the next date of hearing.​

Among those present during the proceedings were Vishnu Gupta, Rajvardhan Singh Parmar, and Sarwar Chishti, along with several Khadims and legal counsels.​

In view of the sensitive nature of the matter, additional police personnel were deployed at the court premises.​

The case continues to draw attention as the court prepares to decide which parties will be formally heard in the dispute, said those present at the location.​

- IANS

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Sarah B
I'm from the US and find this fascinating. India's legal system handling religious disputes with such careful procedure is impressive. Hope it leads to a fair outcome for all concerned.
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Aman W
The dargah is a place of peace that millions visit. Adding tension to such a holy site helps no one. I hope the court sees through political agendas and protects the unity we've built over centuries. Bhakti and Sufi traditions have coexisted beautifully in Ajmer.
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James A
As a foreigner living in India, I'm always amazed at the depth of history here. The legal approach to resolving such claims seems the most civilized way forward. Courts exist for this very reason.
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Priyanka N
I feel court should first establish the historical facts with ASI survey before deciding impleadment. So many claims these days, let evidence speak. And yes, police presence shows the potential for trouble - which is exactly what we don't need. 😔
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David E
The way the Indian judicial system handles such interfaith disputes with due process is commendable. Back home in Canada, similar conflicts often escalate outside courts. Good on the judges for thorough hearings.
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Siddharth F
Respectfully, I think this is just another ploy to create division. Our dargahs and temples have shared history; let

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