Former minister Nasru Khan claims illegal construction on Waqf Board cemetery land; police say no fresh construction work found, but the situation remains sensitive
ALWAR — Tension has risen in Rajasthan’s Alwar district after allegations emerged of illegal construction and attempted encroachment on land said to belong to a Waqf graveyard in Moongaska village.
The dispute concerns around 2 bigha and 7 biswa of land recorded in the name of the Waqf Board. Community members claim that certain individuals have tried to begin construction on the cemetery land despite the matter being under court consideration.
Former Rajasthan minister Nasru Khan led a group of residents to the police station, where a formal complaint was submitted demanding a fair investigation.
Speaking to reporters after filing the complaint, Nasru Khan said the land has long been registered in the name of the Waqf Board and is used as a graveyard.
He said, “This land is recorded in the name of the Waqf Board. The matter is already in court. Despite that, construction activity has reportedly started. This is not acceptable.”
He alleged that some people were misusing court orders to justify construction on the religious land.
“Using court orders as an excuse to build on cemetery land is completely wrong. This appears to be an attempt to occupy religious property,” he added.
A large number of locals accompanied him to the police station, expressing concern over what they described as an attempt to disturb communal peace.
Following the complaint, police officials visited the site to assess the situation.
According to local police officers, no fresh construction activity was found during the inspection.
A senior police officer said, “At present, no new construction work has been found at the location. However, given the sensitivity of the matter, we have advised both parties to maintain peace.”
Police have warned both sides against taking any action that could disturb public order.
Officials confirmed that the matter remains under observation and that further steps will depend on the outcome of the inquiry.
Sources say the disputed land in Moongaska village has been recognised as Waqf property for many years. Community members argue that graveyard land holds religious significance and must be protected from any form of encroachment.
Residents say the issue has become sensitive because the matter is reportedly pending before a court.
One resident said, “When a case is in court, no one should try to change the status of the land. That only creates tension.”
Another villager added, “This is a graveyard. It is not ordinary land. It is linked to our faith and our ancestors.”
The district administration has appealed to residents to remain calm and avoid spreading rumours.
Officials said they are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any disturbance of law and order.
A local administrative officer said, “We request everyone not to take the law into their own hands. The matter will be examined properly. Peace must be maintained.”
Incidents involving religious land often create tension in local communities. In Alwar, authorities are taking precautionary steps to ensure that the dispute does not escalate.
Community leaders have also urged dialogue and legal resolution instead of confrontation.
As investigations continue, residents say they hope the issue will be resolved lawfully and that religious harmony in the area will not be affected.
For now, police presence has been increased in the area, and officials remain alert to maintain peace.
