Lucknow, Jan. 8 -- Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahli, Chairman of the Islamic Centre of India, condemned the recent anti-encroachment drive by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid at Turkman Gate, saying, "Action should not be taken against any innocent."

Speaking to ANI, Maulana Khalid Rasheed urged authorities to consult affected parties before carrying out such operations.

"...The action should have been taken after holding discussions with the concerned parties...We condemn the violence that took place...Action should not be taken against any innocent," he said.

The incident occurred during an anti-encroachment demolition drive conducted by the MCD near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid, close to Ramlila Maidan, f...