In this Dec. 12, 2021 file photo, view of Kashi Vishwanath Temple Dham and Gyanvapi Masjid complex, in Varanasi.
Highlights
- UP Deputy CM Keshav Maurya has said he is happy that a Shivling has been found in Gyanvapi Mosque
- Shivling was found during court-mandated videography survey of the Gyanvapi Masjid complex
- The mosque is located close to the iconic Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi
Gyanvapi mosque videography: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has said that he is happy Lord Mahadev has appeared in the Gyanvapi Masjid adding even if you dig in Mecca (Saudi Arabia), Mahadev will appear there too.
Speaking to India TV, Keshav Prasad Maurya said, "during the early days whenever we visited the Kashi Vishwanath temple, we visited Mata Shringar Gauri to offer prayers. We faced protest.... today, I a happy that Mahadev has appeared in the Gyanvapi. I can say that if you dig at Mecca, Mahadev will even appear there too."
He also said that the discovery of Shivling and other items at Gyanvapi is an answer to those trying to stoke unnecessary controversy.
He is happy that Lord Mahadev is found there and is also a happy development for all his followers, Maurya added.
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