Supreme Court Asks CBI To Enquire Why ASI & Centre Backtracked On Protection For Shaikh Ali Gumti In Delhi's Defence Colony

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe why the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Centre withdrew protection from the historic Shaikh Ali Gumti structure in Delhi's Defence Colony. This decision was made after the structure, a heritage site, was desecrated and damaged. Despite earlier assurances that the site would be preserved, the authorities unexpectedly reversed their stance, raising suspicions. The court expressed concern over the apparent lack of transparency and the potential for malfeasance, leading to the involvement of the CBI to ensure a thorough and unbiased investigation. The court also emphasized the importance of safeguarding India's heritage and questioned the authorities' motives in not fulfilling their duty to protect the site.