Allahabad High Court has ordered the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to whitewash the Sambhal Jama Masjid's outer facade and the mosque committee to cover the expenses within a week. The decision followed a petition by the mosque management committee. The court will reevaluate the situation on April 8, considering further conditions set by the ASI report.
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