Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur gets interim relief in demolition issue
The Moradabad Divisional Commissioner’s court has granted interim relief to Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, staying a demolition order for 38 buildings. The Rampur Development Authority had previously issued the notice citing unauthorized construction linked to SP leader Azam Khan.
Why it matters
This case highlights the intersection of local urban planning regulations and political tensions in India.
Moradabad Divisional Commissioner’s court on Monday (July 27, 2026) stayed the proposed demolition of 38 buildings at Mohammad Ali Jauhar University until the final hearing. The interim relief was granted after the university’s legal team moved an application to the Divisional Commissioner Anjaneya Kumar Singh.
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