Protection of sacred sites: DGP meets scholars, seeks action against vandalism
Hyderabad: Director General of Police Shivadhar Reddy met a delegation of scholars and Sufi leaders on Tuesday, who sought urgent and stringent action against those responsible for vandalising sacred sites in the city earlier this month.
The delegation urged the police to act swiftly in the January 15 attack on Chilla Mehboob Subhani and nearby graves at Purana Pool Darwaza, warning that such incidents threatened Hyderabad’s long-standing communal harmony and peace.
Senior police officials said the concerns were taken seriously, with the delegation stressing that vandalism at religious sites undermined the city’s tradition of coexistence. The scholars also appealed for enhanced security at all places of worship to prevent similar incidents.
The leaders expressed confidence in the state administration and police to maintain law and order. They also assured full cooperation with authorities to promote interfaith dialogue and community outreach to strengthen mutual respect among communities.
Protection of sacred sites raised at historic dargah
During the meeting, the delegation highlighted the need for special security at the 400-year-old Dargah Hazrath Moosa Qadri, citing its religious and historical importance. They said preventive measures were essential to protect vulnerable sites and reassure devotees.
Prominent scholars present included Maulana Syed Mahmood Badshah Qadri, Maulana Dr. Syed Mahmood Safiullah Viqar Pasha, Maulana Syed Shah Fazlullah Qadri Al Moosavi, Moulana Mohammed Husamuddin Sani Jafer Pasha, and several others. Police officials said community cooperation would play a key role in preserving peace and preventing unrest.
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