Dehradun, May 28 -- Garhwal Post Bureau
Nainital, 27 May: The Uttarakhand High Court has permitted Eid-ul-Zuha prayers at the Flats Ground in Nainital city, ending the uncertainty over the venue. Justice Pankaj Purohit, hearing a petition filed by Anjuman-e-Islamia, Nainital, granted permission for namaz to be held between 9 and 10 a.m. At the same time, he also directed the police and local administration to ensure peace and security during the prayers.
Earlier, the district administration had prohibited Eid prayers at the District Sports Association ground, appealing to the Muslim community to offer namaz in mosques, homes or private establishments. This had led to confusion, with the DSA secretary initially indicating approval but late...