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Mahakal Temple Security Row: Akhara Council Chief Promises Complaint to CM
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 05:37 PM
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Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad President Mahant Dr. Ravindra Puri has expressed anger over alleged mistreatment of saints during security checks at the Mahakal Temple, vowing to file a formal complaint with the Chief Minister and the central government.
Tensions have risen at the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain following an incident involving the security and checking procedures. The Akhil Bharatiy Akhara Parishad President, Mahant Dr. Ravindra Puri, stated that he and other saints faced inappropriate behavior while undergoing security checks at the temple premises.
The incident has sparked significant outrage among the religious community. Mahant Puri expressed deep dissatisfaction with the manner in which the security protocols were enforced, describing the treatment as disrespectful to the saints.
In response to the controversy, the Akhara Council President announced his intention to escalate the matter. He stated that he will file a formal complaint with the Chief Minister of the state as well as with authorities in New Delhi to seek a resolution to the issue.
The incident has sparked significant outrage among the religious community. Mahant Puri expressed deep dissatisfaction with the manner in which the security protocols were enforced, describing the treatment as disrespectful to the saints.
In response to the controversy, the Akhara Council President announced his intention to escalate the matter. He stated that he will file a formal complaint with the Chief Minister of the state as well as with authorities in New Delhi to seek a resolution to the issue.