Bombay HC Rejects Airport Prayer Plea: Security Paramount at CSMIA

• Bombay High Court refused permission for Muslim prayers (Namaz) at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) during Ramadan.
• The court emphasized that airport security and passenger safety are paramount, overriding the convenience of any particular religion.
• Maharashtra government stated that no suitable location was found within the airport due to security threats and VVIP movement.
• The petitioner's argument about existing temples and 30 years of prayer without incident was rejected by the court.
• High Court cited ongoing redevelopment and potential accident risks, suggesting nearby mosques for prayers and future representations.