Mirwaiz Condemns Closure of Jamia Masjid and Eidgah for Eid Prayers Srinagar, March 31, 2025 – The historic Jamia Masjid and Eidgah grounds in Srinagar remained closed for Eid prayers on Monday, sparking widespread criticism and disappointment among the Muslim community in Kashmir. Chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, who was scheduled to deliver the Eid sermon, revealed that he had been placed under house arrest by authorities without any specified reason. Restrictions and Reactions Security personnel were deployed in strength in the Nowhatta locality, where the Jamia Masjid is located,…
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