The removal of a portion of the Shahi Masjid at Chhatri Chowk in Ujjain continued for the second day on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, amid heavy police security. The action is linked to a road-widening project ahead of Simhastha 2028. The area remained under close watch after stone-pelting was reported during the previous day’s operation. Key HighlightsRemoval work at the Shahi Masjid continued for the second day.Heavy police forces were deployed around the area.Stone-pelting was reported during Monday’s tension.The work is linked to road widening ahead of Simhastha 2028.Why Is a Portion of the Mosque Being Removed?The affected portion of the Shahi Masjid falls within the planned road-widening alignment. The Ujjain Municipal Corporation plans to widen the road in the area as part of preparations for Simhastha 2028. Authorities and members of the mosque community reached an agreement under which the affected portion would be removed. Officials said the work was being carried out by members of the community themselves.The Madhya Pradesh High Court’s Indore Bench had dismissed a challenge to the removal, allowing the road-widening work to continue. What Happened During Monday’s Operation?Tension rose around the mosque on Monday when a crowd gathered near the site. Stone-pelting was reported during a confrontation with police.Police used tear gas and a baton charge to control the situation. Several people were detained, and police began action over alleged attempts to disturb peace and spread misleading information. (Police also said that misleading social media content added to the tension. One report said an AI-generated video falsely showed the entire mosque being demolished. Police said such content helped spread rumours. How Is Security Being Managed?Security has been increased around Chhatri Chowk and the mosque area. Senior police and administrative officials are monitoring the situation.The heavy deployment is aimed at preventing another clash and keeping movement in the area under control. Authorities have also appealed to people to avoid rumours and maintain peace. “Members of the community themselves are removing the affected portion of the Shahi Masjid. The work is proceeding without any hindrance,” Ujjain Collector Roshan Kumar Singh said. What Happens Next in Ujjain?The removal work is expected to continue under security arrangements. Officials are watching the area closely because of the tension reported during the first day.The road project is part of wider preparations for Simhastha 2028. At the same time, police are investigating the violence and alleged circulation of misleading information linked to Monday’s incident. Also Read : Ujjain Shahi Masjid Tension: Stone-Pelting, Tear Gas Fired Over Road-Widening Action
