In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, after 46 years, a closed temple was rediscovered in a predominantly Muslim area and prayers were held on Tuesday. The temple's site revealed a well with several broken idols of deities. CM Yogi addressed the assembly about this temple, stating that Hindus had migrated from the area after the 1978 riots. He questioned SP legislators about the closure of 22 wells in the area.
While discussing the violence in Sambhal, CM Yogi mentioned the 22 wells. After the excavation of the temple, one well uncovered broken idols, prompting him to question SP legislators on how 22 wells were closed. A second well was also found, a few meters from the temple discovered after 46 years, and excavation work is ongoing.
Additionally, an anti-encroachment drive is underway in Sambhal. During a team visit by the electricity department, it was found that many homes were illegally using electricity from religious sites. When action was announced, local resistance led to over 1,200 cases being registered, and bulldozer action has been continuing for three days.
Prayers Revived in Temple Rediscovered After 46 Years
In the Muslim-majority Nakhasa area of Sambhal, a temple that reopened after 46 years saw a large gathering of devotees for Hanuman pooja. Devotees adorned the statue of Hanuman with vermilion and decorated the temple with flowers.
UP: Hanuman Aarti Conducted in Sambhal's Temple on Tuesday, Devotees Gather in Huge Numbers
Source: aajtak
Administration Seeks Details of Houses Surrounding Temple
The administration has requested details of houses near the Shiva temple. The ASP inspected a house at the temple's rear, stating that encroachments will be removed. During a conversation with Aajtak, ASP mentioned the house owner voluntarily agreed to remove encroachments. The measurement of the house is underway, and illegal constructions will be acted upon post-assessment. An investigation is ongoing to determine past temple activities.
Broken Idols, Swastika-Engraved Bricks, and Hidden History: Discoveries Near the Temple in Sambhal
Encroachment Removal Near Temple Underway
Encroachment of a house near the temple is currently being removed. Owner Mateen is personally demolishing the protruding sections of his home. In prior conversation with Aajtak, he assured that any part of the house found beyond proper limits would be voluntarily removed, highlighting their care for the temple akin to their own children.
Sambhal: 46-Year-Old Temple Found in Muslim-Majority Area, Uncovered During Electricity Theft Check
CM Yogi Elucidates the Chronology of Riots Pertaining to Sambhal
CM Yogi in the assembly said, "The history of riots in Sambhal dates back to 1947. Six were killed in 1948, followed by another riot in 1958. There were five deaths in 1962, and in 1976, with the biggest atrocity occurring in 1978 when 184 Hindus were burned collectively. Continuous curfews were imposed there for months after the violence. Riots occurred again in 1980 with one death, in 1982 claiming one life, in 1986 four deaths, and the cycle continued in 1990, 1992, and 1996 with more casualties."
'No Guilty Will be Spared...', CM Yogi Roared Over Sambhal Violence in Assembly, Reminded SP of Riot Chronology
CM Yogi remarked on the rise in violence against Hindus, noting that 209 Hindus have been brutally murdered since 1947, with no attempts to speak for the innocent victims. Those shedding crocodile tears today never spoke when it mattered for Hindus.
'Did the Statue of Bajrang Bali Appear Overnight?', Questioned CM Yogi on the Rediscovery of 46-Year-Old Temple in Sambhal
CM Narrates the Scenario of 1978 Riots
He detailed the cruel happenings during the 1978 riots in Sambhal, where Hindus gathered at a wealthy man's home, only to face brutal violence from rioters who claimed they wanted to attack them for borrowing money. Speak of cutting hands and slitting throats paints the horrific scene during those times. However, today we see efforts to improve communal harmony.
