Sambhal: Security Tightens for Graveyard Measurement Near Jama Masjid

• Security heightened in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, for the measurement of an eight-bigha graveyard near Jama Masjid.
• The survey aims to address complaints of illegal construction, including 20-25 shops and houses, on cemetery land.
• Administrative preparations are complete, but the actual measurement is pending arrival of officials.
• Over 500 personnel from eight police stations, along with RAF and PAC, are deployed; entry to the cemetery is restricted.
• Officials assure a fair, transparent process and warn of strict action against those disrupting law and order.

Why It Matters: Sambhal sees heavy security for a sensitive graveyard measurement to tackle illegal encroachments.