Hyderabad, Feb. 22 -- The systematic demolition of Muslim religious sites continues in the BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh without restraint as authorities bulldozed a 168-year-old mosque in Meerut.

The demolition of a religious landmark located on Delhi Road took place on Friday, February 21 under heavy police force.

The authorities justified the move, stating that the mosque obstructed the construction of a rapid rail system (RRTS), a project promoted by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).

The chief minister Yogi Adityanath-led administration also defended the demolition drive, asserting that the removal was part of the broader plans for the rapid rail network.

Speaking on the move, superintendent of police (SP) city ...