Babri Masjid ‘Will Be Rebuilt’ Social Media Post Sparks Controversy, Supreme Court Issues Stern Warning

A new controversy has emerged following a viral social media post declaring that the Babri Masjid “will be rebuilt” in Ayodhya. The post, echoing restoration hopes and referencing international mosque rebuilds, ignited an intense debate and led to legal repercussions amid ongoing sensitivities around the historic dispute.

Background

Uttar Pradesh Police booked law graduate Mohd Faiyyaz Mansuri in August 2020 for his post stating the Babri Masjid would be rebuilt, citing that it mirrored a mosque’s restoration in Turkey.
The post triggered preventive detention and criminal proceedings, given the charged atmosphere post the Supreme Court’s landmark 2019 verdict allowing a Ram temple at the disputed Ayodhya site.
Mansuri argued in court that his message contained neither incitement nor vulgarity and simply expressed a personal wish, not a call for action.

Supreme Court’s Response

On October 27, 2025, a Supreme Court bench led by Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi refused to quash the criminal case against Mansuri.
The court examined the content but declined to intervene, underlining the potential of such posts to disturb public order and communal harmony.
The bench delivered a strong warning: “Do not make such statements, else there could be consequences.”
The Supreme Court emphasized the need for restraint, especially regarding emotive topics like the Babri Masjid-Ram Mandir dispute.

Political and Social Impact

The issue sparked uproar in Parliament and on social media, reigniting heated discussions over religious sites and historical grievances.
Public reactions remain divided—some rallying for free speech, others warning that provocative statements could incite unrest.
The incident draws attention to the delicate legal and social balance required in public debates around faith and heritage.

Conclusion:
As passions over Ayodhya continue to simmer, the Supreme Court’s latest warning serves as a reminder of the need for caution and respect when addressing polarizing issues. Legal authorities reiterate that provocative remarks about sensitive sites can have serious legal—and social—repercussions.