A Lord Shiva temple in the Khaggu Sarai area of Sambhal, which had reportedly been closed since 1978, was reopened recently, according to Vishnu Sharan Rastogi, the patron of the Nagar Hindu Sabha.
Additional SP Shrish Chandra said, "During checking it was found that some people had encroached upon the temple by constructing houses...The temple has been cleaned and action will be taken against those who encroached upon the temple...There are idols of Lord Shiva and Lord Hanuman in the temple...Hindu families used to live in this area and due to some reasons, they left the area...There is information about an ancient well also near the temple..."
Violence breaks out during mosque survey in Sambhal
Violence erupted in Sambhal during a survey of the Shahi Mosque after the Hindu side filed a petition in court, claiming that the land on which the mosque stands originally belonged to a temple. The court ordered a survey of the mosque based on this claim.
When the survey team arrived the following day, they were met with strong opposition from an angry mob, leading to violent clashes. Several people lost their lives in the violence. In response, local authorities have initiated action against miscreants and anti-social elements in the area.
As part of the crackdown, authorities disconnected electricity connections to several homes. Reports indicate widespread electricity theft in the region. A police officer revealed that while investigating loudspeakers, illegal electricity usage was found not only in nearby homes but also in the mosque. The mosque was found to be running 59 fans, a refrigerator, and a washing machine using stolen electricity.
Authorities continue their investigation and are taking steps to address the unrest and illegal activities in the region.
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