The Supreme Court declined to maintain the status quo on the demolition of certain religious structures in Gujarat’s Prabhas Patan but warned that state authorities would face consequences if found violating its earlier orders. The case, related to a petition by the Summast Patni Muslim Jamat, will continue on October 16.

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• Court refused to halt demolitions in Prabhas Patan.
• State warned of consequences for violating prior orders.
• Hearing set for October 16, 2024.
• Petitioner claims illegal demolitions of mosques and dargahs.
• State says demolitions on government land near Somnath temple.
• Court emphasized compliance with its restraining orders.
• Demolitions reportedly occurred on September 28, 2024.
• Petitioner claims the structures date back to 1309.
• Court stressed the need for nationwide demolition rules.
• Demolition procedures may require prior notice and videography.