Section 163 Invoked Near Delhi Mosque, police officials deployed

Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) has been imposed around Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque in Delhi, restricting gatherings following the recent stone-pelting incident near the Turkman Gate area, officials said on Friday. 

The Delhi Police has appealed to people to offer prayers at home. The stone pelting occured following a demolition drive by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) near the mosque on Wednesday. 

In view of Friday prayers, the Delhi Police has deployed more than 1,000



police personnel outside the mosque and in the surrounding areas.

Moreover, paramilitary forces and anti-riot vehicles have also been stationed near the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque to prevent any untoward incident. 

According to the Delhi police, a total of 11 people have so far been arrested in connection with the stone-pelting incident that occurred during the anti-encroachment drive. On Thursday, Delhi police also confirmed that 30 individuals have been identified for their alleged involvement in the violence.