According to the report, during independence, 55% of the population was Muslim and 45% Hindu in the Sambhal Nagar Palika area; however, at the present time, the Hindu population has decreased to 15%, whereas the Muslim community has increased to 85%.
Speaking to the media, Jain said "The Supreme Court has said that peace and harmony should be maintained in Sambhal. The Supreme Court has passed an order directing the Masjid or mosque committee to approach the High Court and challenge the order of the trial court