Mathura’s Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute escalates with new Hindu lawsuits and witness request
The legal dispute over Mathura’s Shahi Eidgah mosque and the Krishna Janmabhoomi site has taken a new turn. The Hindu side has filed 18 lawsuits seeking possession of the land, restoration of a temple, and a permanent injunction against the mosque. Meanwhile, the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Mukti Nirman Trust has requested to include Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, a prominent spiritual figure, as a witness in the case.
The controversy centres on the 17th-century Shahi Eidgah mosque, built during Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s reign. Hindu groups claim it was constructed after demolishing a temple marking Lord Krishna’s birthplace. The trust supporting the Hindu side argues that municipal records contain no mention of the mosque, strengthening their case.
The Allahabad High Court had earlier dismissed challenges from the Muslim side, ruling that the Hindu lawsuits were valid. It also clarified that these suits were not blocked by laws such as the Limitation Act, the Waqf Act, or the Places of Worship Act, 1991. To speed up proceedings, the court ordered all parties to submit objections to pending applications, citing the large volume of records involved.
The trust now seeks to add Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the 28-year-old leader of Bageshwar Dham in Madhya Pradesh, as a spiritual witness. They claim his knowledge of religious traditions and historical evidence could support their arguments. The next hearing for the main title dispute has been set for January 30, 2026.
The court’s decision to maintain the Hindu lawsuits keeps the legal battle alive. With objections due soon and a hearing scheduled for 2026, the case will continue to unfold. The inclusion of Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, if approved, may add further weight to the Hindu side’s historical and religious claims.
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