The West Bengal government, led by Shuvendu, has initiated steps to relocate the 136-year-old Gauripur Jame Mosque situated within the operational area of Kolkata International Airport. Following the new government’s assumption of power, administrative activity around the mosque intensified, with security cited as the main reason. On Tuesday, airport authorities and district officials inspected the site, and on Wednesday, a meeting was held at the North 24 Parganas District Magistrate’s office involving the administration, airport authorities, and mosque committee representatives.

Airport Director Vikram Singh stated that the mosque’s presence inside the airport has long created operational challenges, restricting flight operations. Discussions were held on how to address these issues. Meanwhile, the mosque committee said that any decision to demolish or relocate the mosque cannot be made solely by the local committee. They intend to seek guidance from religious organizations such as Darul Uloom Deoband, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, and Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind.

Further decisions regarding the mosque’s relocation are expected after consultations with these religious bodies.