Arunachal Orders Demolition of Unauthorized Mosques, Shrines After Protests
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News18•07-01-2026, 19:54
Arunachal Orders Demolition of Unauthorized Mosques, Shrines After Protests
- •CM Pema Khandu directed district authorities to identify and demolish all unauthorized religious structures in Arunachal Pradesh's capital.
- •Decision follows protests by indigenous youth organizations citing illegal immigration and unsanctioned constructions, including mosques.
- •Concerns raised over structures in Itanagar and Naharlagun built without proper land allotment or permissions.
- •State plans a digitised Inner Line Permit (ILP) system and stricter Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) to curb illegal migration.
- •Youth groups demand removal of Capital Jama Masjid, action against illegal settlements, and stronger ILP enforcement to protect tribal land.
Why It Matters: Arunachal Pradesh moves to demolish unauthorized religious structures to combat illegal immigration and protect indigenous rights.
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