JHANSI: A mosque and a temple each in the Baragaon area of this UP district have mutually decided to pull down their loudspeakers, strengthening the spirit of amity in a region as proud of its “Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb” as it is of Rani Lakshmibai’s legacy of valour.
The initiative came from the Imam Hafiz Mohd Taj Aalam of Sunni Jama Masjid and Mahant Shyam Mohan Das of Ram Janki temple at Baragaon, 15km from Jhansi city.
Das told reporters on Monday that the idea was to set an example of mutual understanding amid an atmosphere of friction over various issues, including the use of louspeakers at religious places, in parts of the country. “Jhansi has always been known for the way people of various communities coexist,” he saiid.
“Steps like ours should set the template for others to follow and send out a message of love and respect. ” Hafiz Mohd said prayers at the mosque would be broadcast only within the premises through a small soundbox.
