Lucknow, May 10 -- The first Friday namaz after the launch of Operation Sindoor witnessed an outpouring of patriotism from the Muslim community across Uttar Pradesh. From Lucknow to Varanasi and Sambhal, worshippers condemned Pakistan's aggression and raised slogans in support of the Indian Army and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In a significant development reflecting national solidarity, large gatherings at mosques turned into scenes of protest against Pakistan. In Lucknow, noted Islamic scholar Maulana Khalid Rashid Farangi Mahali stated, "Muslims of India stand united with the nation. We strongly oppose this cowardly attack by Pakistan and demand a fitting reply."
In Sambhal's Jama Masjid, a rare display of nationalist unity unfolded a...