New Delhi, April 4, 2025: The Supreme Court upheld the Allahabad High Court’s decision to add the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Union of India as parties in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah Masjid dispute. This move aims to address the claim that the disputed site is protected under ASI regulations, potentially impacting the application of the Places of Worship Act, 1991.
The High Court’s March 5 order permitted the Hindu plaintiffs to amend their suits to include these entities, facilitating a comprehensive examination of the site’s legal and historical status. The Supreme Court’s endorsement of this decision underscores the importance of thorough legal scrutiny in such sensitive matters.
