Holi comes once a year, Friday namaz 52 times: UP cop's remark triggers row
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Holi comes once a year, Friday namaz 52 times: UP cop's remark triggers row

India Today  

A Sambhal police officer on Thursday said those uncomfortable with Holi colours should remain indoors as the festival comes once a year, sparking criticism from the opposition parties which demanded action against him, saying his remarks show "bias" and are not befitting of an officer. A peace committee meeting was held on Thursday at the Sambhal Kotwali police station in view of the upcoming Holi festival, which coincides with Friday prayers during the holy month of Ramzan. Uttar Pradesh Congress Media Committee Vice Chairman Manish Hindvi said, "An officer, regardless of who they are, must be secular; only then can governance function properly in this country. Saying that Holi comes once a year while Friday prayers happen 52 times and that those who dislike colours should stay indoors is a political statement.

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Holi celebrations and Friday namaz held amid tight security across India
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1 week, 6 days ago

Holi celebrations and Friday namaz held amid tight security across India

New Indian Express  

In Delhi, more than 25,000 security personnel were deployed. Traffic and city police personnel set up joint pickets and special teams were deployed at major intersections to check drunk driving and traffic violations. In Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, which has been tense since riots broke out on November 24 following a survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid, the celebrations passed …

UP: Friday namaz at Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid rescheduled on March 14 due to Holi | Check new timing
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2 weeks ago

UP: Friday namaz at Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid rescheduled on March 14 due to Holi | Check new timing

India TV News  

UP: Friday namaz at Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid rescheduled on March 14 due to Holi | Check new timing Sambhal has been tense after riots broke out on November 24 last year following a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. In view of the upcoming Holi celebrations, the Friday prayers at the Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid on March 14 will …

UP CM Adityanath Defends Sambhal Police Officer's Comments On Holi-Namaz: 'Can Pray At Home...'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

UP CM Adityanath Defends Sambhal Police Officer's Comments On Holi-Namaz: 'Can Pray At Home...'

ABP News  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath supported the remark made by a Sambhal police officer that while Holi comes once a year, Friday prayers take place every week. According to news agency PTI, Yogi Adityanath, speaking at the India Today Conclave, thanked religious leaders for deciding to hold Friday namaz after 2 pm. Earlier, Sambhal Circle Officer Anuj Chauhdary said …

Yogi Adityanath backs UP cop's 'Holi vs Friday namaz' remarks
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Yogi Adityanath backs UP cop's 'Holi vs Friday namaz' remarks

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has backed a police officer’s remark advising people uncomfortable with Holi colours to stay indoors. This is condemnable, and officers should not act as BJP agents.” Uttar Pradesh Congress Media Committee Vice Chairman Manish Hindvi said, “An officer, regardless of who they are, must be secular; only then can governance function properly in this …

'Muslims Should Not Come Out Of Their Homes On Holi If...': Sambhal CO Sparks Row With Comment On Jumma
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Muslims Should Not Come Out Of Their Homes On Holi If...': Sambhal CO Sparks Row With Comment On Jumma

ABP News  

A comment on Holi and Ramzan by Sambhal Circle Officer Anuj Chadhary has sparked controversy. The sacred month of Ramzan holds deep significance for Muslims, and this year, the second Friday of Ramzan falls on March 1 — coinciding with Holi. 'Jumma Comes 52 Times A Year, Holi Comes Once' Speaking on the matter, CO Anuj Chaudhary remarked, “Friday prayers …

Holi comes once a year, Friday Namaz 52 times: Sambhal cop's remarks spark row
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Holi comes once a year, Friday Namaz 52 times: Sambhal cop's remarks spark row

The Hindu  

A Sambhal police officer on Thursday said those uncomfortable with Holi colours should remain indoors as the festival comes once a year, sparking criticism from the opposition parties which demanded action against him saying his remarks show "bias" and are not befitting of an officer. A peace committee meeting was held on Thursday at the Sambhal Kotwali police station in …

Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter
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Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter

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Uttar Pradesh: Hindus to play Holi till 2:30 pm on Mar 14 in Sambhal, Muslims to offer Jumma namaz thereafter Uttar Pradesh: Holi, a Hindu festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna. Uttar Pradesh: Hindus would play Holi till 2.30 pm on March 14 while Muslims would offer Jumma namaz after 2.30 pm …

‘Holi comes once a year, Friday Namaz 52 times’: UP cop's remark sparks row
2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Holi comes once a year, Friday Namaz 52 times’: UP cop's remark sparks row

Hindustan Times  

A Sambhal police officer on Thursday asked those “uncomfortable” with colours during Holi celebrations to stay indoors and urged those who step out to have a “broad mindset.” Sambhal: Security personnel keep vigil at the Jama Masjid after the Allahabad High Court directed the Archaeological Survey of India to clean the premises of the Jama Masjid in Sambhal but did …

‘Holi Comes Once A Year, Friday Prayers 52 Times’: Sambhal Cop’s Advice Draws Political Heat
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Holi Comes Once A Year, Friday Prayers 52 Times’: Sambhal Cop’s Advice Draws Political Heat

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Sambhal Circle Officer Anuj Chaudhary's remarks on Holi celebrations have triggered criticism from opposition parties, who accused him of bias and demanded action against him. At a peace committee meeting held on Thursday at the Sambhal Kotwali police station ahead of Holi, which coincides with Friday prayers during Ramzan, Chaudhary said, "Holi is a festival that comes once a year, …

Sambhal CO Anuj Chaudhary advises Muslims to stay indoors if they think Holi colours corrupt their religion
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Sambhal CO Anuj Chaudhary advises Muslims to stay indoors if they think Holi colours corrupt their religion

Op India  

As Sambhal Police gear up to maintain law and order in the communally sensitive Sambhal ahead of Holi, Sambhal Circle Officer Anuj Chaudhary urged Hindus and Muslims to maintain peace during the festival. Considering the coincidence between Holi and Jumma Namaz, CO Chaudhary advised Muslims not to offer Jumma Namaz on 14th March to avoid any unpleasant situation due to …

Sambhal cop’s ‘Holi comes once a year, Jumma 52 times’ remark sparks row as festival coincides with Friday prayers
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3 weeks ago

Sambhal cop’s ‘Holi comes once a year, Jumma 52 times’ remark sparks row as festival coincides with Friday prayers

New Indian Express  

SAMBHAL: A Sambhal police officer on Thursday said those uncomfortable with Holi colours should remain indoors as the festival comes once a year, sparking criticism from the opposition parties which demanded action against him saying his remarks show "bias" and are not befitting of an officer. A peace committee meeting was held on Thursday at the Sambhal Kotwali police station …

Yogi Adityanath reveals how he decided to ask Mosques to postpone Friday prayers for Holi
7 years ago

Yogi Adityanath reveals how he decided to ask Mosques to postpone Friday prayers for Holi

Op India  

Details have emerged of how Yogi Adityanath went about asking the Muslim community to postpone Friday prayers to facilitate Holi celebration by Hindus since Holi comes once a year and Jumma Prayers take place 52 times a year. Earlier details had emerged about Yogi Adityanath, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh thanking the Muslim community for postponing ‘Jumma Namaaz’ for …

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