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Oankarshwar Temple Trust Terminates BadriKedar Infra's Demolition Contract Over Negligence
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 06:15 PM
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The Oankarshwar Temple Trust has cancelled BadriKedar Infra's contract for demolishing the Juna Mahal and office building, citing alleged negligence and blacklisting the firm.
The Oankarshwar Temple Trust announced the termination of BadriKedar Infra's contract for the demolition of the Juna Mahal and an adjoining office building. The trust cited repeated lapses and alleged negligence in clearing the demolition debris as the primary reasons for the decision.\n\nAccording to the trust's statement, the contractor failed to adhere to the agreed schedule and safety protocols, causing delays and safety concerns at the site. The trust further indicated that the contractor's performance did not meet the standards required for a heritage-sensitive project.\n\nFollowing the termination, the trust has blacklisted BadriKedar Infra from participating in any future tenders. The demolition work will be re-tendered to ensure compliance with the trust's quality and safety expectations.\n\nThe move underscores the temple authority's commitment to maintaining strict oversight over infrastructure projects linked to religious sites in Madhya Pradesh.