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Omkareshwar: Ancient Idols Removed from Vriddhakaleshwar Temple, Archaeology Dept Not Consulted
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 22 Jun 2026, 08:31 AM
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Local administration has removed ancient idols from the Vriddhakaleshwar temple in Omkareshwar. The State Archaeology Department has stated that they were not consulted regarding this action.
Ancient idols have been removed from the Vriddhakaleshwar temple in Omkareshwar by the local administration. The specifics of the operation and the reasons behind the removal have not been detailed.
Following the action, the State Archaeology Department has officially stated that their consent was not obtained prior to the idols' removal. This indicates a potential procedural lapse or disagreement between the administrative bodies involved.
The Vriddhakaleshwar temple is a significant religious site, and the removal of its ancient idols raises questions about heritage preservation and administrative coordination.
Following the action, the State Archaeology Department has officially stated that their consent was not obtained prior to the idols' removal. This indicates a potential procedural lapse or disagreement between the administrative bodies involved.
The Vriddhakaleshwar temple is a significant religious site, and the removal of its ancient idols raises questions about heritage preservation and administrative coordination.