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Religion
Ujjain Temple Authorities Scan Khade Hanuman Statue Before Relocation
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 05:48 PM
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Before moving the revered Khade Hanuman statue in Ujjain, officials conducted a detailed scan to assess its condition, a step praised by experts as unprecedented.
Officials at the Shri Khade Hanuman temple in Ujjain have carried out a comprehensive scanning of the statue before any relocation plans are executed. The scan, performed by a team of specialists, aims to document the statue’s structural integrity and any hidden features. Archaeologists involved in the project stressed that a thorough investigation must precede any decision to move the idol. They noted that such a meticulous approach has not been seen in similar cases before, calling it a rare miracle in heritage preservation.
The scanning process used advanced imaging technology to create a 3‑D model of the statue, allowing experts to identify potential weaknesses and plan conservation measures. The data will be reviewed by a panel of historians and conservationists who will decide whether the statue can be safely moved or if it should remain in its current location. The project underscores the importance of scientific methods in protecting religious artifacts.
While the scan is still under analysis, authorities have paused any relocation activities. They have urged the public to respect the decision-making process, noting that some aspects of the statue’s significance may transcend scientific analysis.
The scanning process used advanced imaging technology to create a 3‑D model of the statue, allowing experts to identify potential weaknesses and plan conservation measures. The data will be reviewed by a panel of historians and conservationists who will decide whether the statue can be safely moved or if it should remain in its current location. The project underscores the importance of scientific methods in protecting religious artifacts.
While the scan is still under analysis, authorities have paused any relocation activities. They have urged the public to respect the decision-making process, noting that some aspects of the statue’s significance may transcend scientific analysis.