SC Orders Peaceful Basant Panchami, Friday Prayers at Dhar Bhojshala Amidst Dispute

• The Supreme Court issued directions for peaceful conduct of Basant Panchami rituals and Friday Juma namaz at the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh.
• The site is considered a temple by Hindus (Goddess Saraswati) and a mosque by Muslims (Kamal Maula Mosque), protected by ASI.
• The court mandated separate, clearly demarcated spaces with distinct entry/exit points for both communities during their respective prayer times.
• The Union government, ASI, and Madhya Pradesh government assured adequate security arrangements for the events.
• The SC also addressed a pending survey report by ASI, allowing the High Court to unseal it and provide copies to parties for objections.

Why It Matters: Supreme Court ensures peaceful coexistence for religious observances at Dhar Bhojshala, mandates separate spaces.