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Religion
170-year-old Standing Hanuman Temple in Ujjain to be Relocated for Road Widening
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 09:32 AM
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Authorities have begun moving the nearly 170‑year‑old standing Hanuman temple in Ujjain to a new site as part of a road‑widening project, prompting emotional reactions from devotees.
City officials in Ujjain have initiated the relocation of a standing Hanuman temple that is believed to be around 170 years old. The move is part of a broader road‑widening scheme that will expand the stretch from Kanthal to Chhatri Chowk, aiming to improve traffic flow in the congested area.
The historic shrine, which has been a focal point of worship for generations, is being dismantled carefully and will be re‑erected at a designated site nearby. Officials have assured that the temple’s architectural features and idols will be preserved during the transfer.
Devotees gathered at the original location as the demolition began, expressing sorrow and concern over the loss of a long‑standing place of worship. Many were seen wiping away tears, while others prayed for the safe relocation of the deity.
The municipal team has scheduled the reconstruction to be completed within a few months, after which regular worship is expected to resume at the new venue. The project reflects a balance between heritage conservation and urban development needs.
The historic shrine, which has been a focal point of worship for generations, is being dismantled carefully and will be re‑erected at a designated site nearby. Officials have assured that the temple’s architectural features and idols will be preserved during the transfer.
Devotees gathered at the original location as the demolition began, expressing sorrow and concern over the loss of a long‑standing place of worship. Many were seen wiping away tears, while others prayed for the safe relocation of the deity.
The municipal team has scheduled the reconstruction to be completed within a few months, after which regular worship is expected to resume at the new venue. The project reflects a balance between heritage conservation and urban development needs.