In re: Management of Jahar Diwan fair in Feena village, Bijnor

Timeline

1. 30 Oct 2026News

   High Court stays DM's order on Jahar Diwan fair in Bijnor, says DM should not consider themselves a Civil Judge.

   The Allahabad High Court has stayed the District Magistrate's order regarding the management of the Jahar Diwan fair held in Feena village of Bijnor. The court termed the DM's order as beyond jurisdiction and against the 1997 decree.

   Dainik Jagran

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The High Court stopped an official order about managing a local village fair.

   Who:

   The District Magistrate who issued the order and the Allahabad High Court which reviewed it.

   When:

   Reported on 30 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Feena village, Bijnor district, and the Allahabad High Court in Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court said the official went beyond their legal power and ignored a past court decision.

   What it means:

   The official order is currently paused, and the court signaled that the official overstepped their authority.

2. 29 Oct 2026News

   DMs Cannot Act Like 'Plenipotentiary' In District: Allahabad High Court Suspends Bijnor DM's Order On 'Gogaji Naumi' Fair

   Time and again, the court has cautioned DMs not to exercise powers as if they were plenipotentiaries in the district, said HC.

   LiveLaw

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Allahabad High Court suspended an order by the Bijnor District Magistrate regarding a local fair.

   Who:

   The Allahabad High Court is the judicial authority, and the Bijnor District Magistrate is the government official.

   When:

   Reported on 29 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Feena village, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, and the Allahabad High Court.

   Why:

   The court stated that District Magistrates should not act as if they have unlimited power in their districts.

   What it means:

   The District Magistrate's order regarding the Jahar Diwan fair is now suspended.