Chandausi

Legal proceedings about the Shahi Jama Masjid and Harihar temple dispute in Sambhal are now set for September 29. A local court in Chandausi confirmed this delay, because the Supreme Court issued a stay order in November 2024.

Court case details

This case involves claims from Hindu petitioners who say the mosque was built over a temple. Tensions rose in November 2025 after a court-ordered survey. This led to violence and loss of life. The Supreme Court is looking into the matter. All local court work is paused until the Supreme Court provides new instructions.

The final voter list for the 2026 Panchayat elections in Sambhal district shows significant changes across three tehsils. Official data indicates that Chandausi has seen an increase in voters, while Sambhal and Gunnaur have recorded a decline.

Key highlights of the voter list revision:

• Chandausi: Added 18,809 new voters, bringing the total to 3,46,100.
• Sambhal: Recorded a decrease of 19,425 voters, with the total now at 5,92,336.
• Gunnaur: Experienced a reduction of 12,323 voters, totaling 3,91,303.

According to the district administration, the changes are a result of a special revision campaign aimed at removing duplicate, fake, or ineligible entries. Additionally, the migration of voters due to marriage and other factors has influenced the final figures. These updates are expected to impact the political strategies of candidates contesting the upcoming Panchayat elections.