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Religion
Staunch Saints Clash with Ujjain Administration Over Khade Hanuman Temple
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 09:32 AM
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The Khade Hanuman Temple in Ujjain has become a flashpoint as saint leader Mahamandaleshwar Atuleshanand Saraswati warns of protests against any removal, while officials clarify their stance on the idol.
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh – A dispute has erupted over the Khade Hanuman Temple, with the saint community confronting the state administration. Mahamandaleshwar Atuleshanand Saraswati, a senior religious figure, has publicly opposed any move to dismantle the shrine and has cautioned that his followers will mobilise if the temple is taken down.
The administration, responding to media queries, stated that it has examined the legal and procedural aspects concerning the idol and the temple premises. Officials emphasized that any action would be taken only after due process, aiming to avoid communal tension.
Both sides remain at odds, with the saint society demanding the preservation of the temple as a place of worship, while the authorities seek to address concerns raised about the structure’s compliance with regulations. The standoff continues, and local residents are watching closely for further developments.
No arrests or violence have been reported so far, but the situation is being monitored by law‑enforcement agencies to ensure public order.
The episode underscores the delicate balance between religious sentiments and administrative oversight in a city known for its historic temples.
The administration, responding to media queries, stated that it has examined the legal and procedural aspects concerning the idol and the temple premises. Officials emphasized that any action would be taken only after due process, aiming to avoid communal tension.
Both sides remain at odds, with the saint society demanding the preservation of the temple as a place of worship, while the authorities seek to address concerns raised about the structure’s compliance with regulations. The standoff continues, and local residents are watching closely for further developments.
No arrests or violence have been reported so far, but the situation is being monitored by law‑enforcement agencies to ensure public order.
The episode underscores the delicate balance between religious sentiments and administrative oversight in a city known for its historic temples.