Meerut, May 26 -- :Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak during his visit to Sambhal district on Monday, said offering namaz on roads creates obstruction and all religious activities should be conducted within designated premises.

Speaking to media persons in Asmoli, Pathak said, "Creating obstruction on roads by offering namaz is not appropriate. Religious activities should take place within the premises." His comments came in response to a question regarding prayers on roads during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha.

The deputy CM made the remarks during a day-long visit to Sambhal, where he reviewed administrative arrangements, inspected public facilities and chaired meetings with district officials.

Pathak arrived in the distric...