Adityanath Defends Ban On Namaz On Roads: ‘Learn Discipline From Maha Kumbh Pilgrims’

In Uttar Pradesh, a political debate has arisen over the issue of offering prayers on roads, with a particular focus on the Eid namaz. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently commented on the matter during an interview, responding to those questioning the government's stance on road-based prayers. Yogi clarified that roads are meant for movement, not religious activities.

He further stated that religious processions, such as tazia, should be made smaller to avoid disruptions, especially near high-tension wires, much like the adjustments made during the Kavad Yatra, where the size of the procession is regulated for safety. Yogi emphasized that Eid prayers should be offered at designated places like Eidgahs or mosques, not on public roads.

He advised that festivals and religious gatherings should maintain discipline and not disrupt public order. Yogi’s comments have sparked a political discourse, with some opposition voices claiming that such restrictions target specific communities, while others argue for the necessity of maintaining order on public roads.