NDMC receives 85,000 responses to public notice on proposed removal of Sunehri Masjid
New Delhi, Jan 2: The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has received nearly 85,000 comments and suggestions in response to its public notice on the proposed removal of Sunehri Masjid, sources said on Tuesday.
The NDMC had issued a public notice on December 24, seeking feedback by January 1 on its proposal to remove the heritage structure.
"As of January 1 till 5 pm, nearly 85,000 responses were received. They will be studied and analysed and the process is likely to take a week. There is duplicity of replies also with many organisations sending multiple emails. These will be demarcated and analysed and then forwarded to the heritage committee," an NDMC source said.
The Imam of the Sunehri Bagh mosque has moved the Delhi High Court against the proposed demolition of the structure due to alleged traffic congestion in the area.
Petitioner Abdul Aziz challenged the December 24 public notice issued by the NDMC. "Since the matter is sub-judice, the suggestions will be kept confidential. The suggestions will be analysed by experts," a source said.
A vacation bench of Justice Manoj Jain listed the petition for hearing on January 8 following an assurance from the NDMC's counsel that nothing would happen in the meantime as a final call on the action has to be taken by the Heritage Conservation Committee (HCC).
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Hundreds of TVK supporters return disappointed from cancelled swearing in ceremony venue
Chennai (PTI): Hundreds of TVK supporters, fuelled by the hope of seeing their leader Vijay as chief minister, gathered at Nehru Indoor Stadium in the city on Thursday, only to be met with locked gates and a lack of information regarding the scheduled proceedings.
Many supporters, travelling from various parts of the state, near and far, like Arumbakkam and Coimbatore, expressed deep disappointment and confusion upon finding the premises closed and without official communication.
Speaking to PTI Videos, fans and party loyalists described a sense of heartbreak after arriving early to secure a place in line.
Charulatha, a supporter, noted the emotional toll of the situation: "We came with so much joy thinking he would become the chief minister today, but there is nothing here. The gates are closed. It is very painful."
Sai Deepika, her daughter and a student set to enter the 12th grade, shared her excitement for the event: "I was very excited to be here. I have been telling everyone he will win and do good things for the people."
A visibly distressed Gunasundari, a long-time political observer from a family of AIADMK supporters, stated she shifted her loyalty to Vijay: "I publicly say I voted for Vijay. I have a belief that he will help those in need. Seeing the gates closed like this is a shock."
Despite the confusion on the ground, the gathered crowd remained steadfast in their political choice. Several supporters highlighted Vijay’s decision to fund party activities independently as a key reason for their trust.
"He didn't take a single rupee from the people for his flag or the stage. He did it all himself," said an emotional Gunasundari. "Even if they try to shame him or create obstacles, he is the one who will eventually win."
Many attendees cited news reports and social media claims as their reason for arriving early on Thursday morning. Some supporters mentioned they had travelled via public transport and waited for hours under the impression that an official declaration or event was imminent.
"My son told me that declarations were made yesterday and everyone was coming today," Gunasundari added. "I didn't even tell him I was leaving; I just started my journey to see him in person for the first time".
