A case of encroachment on the 200 year old Shri Jageshwar Nath Shiv Temple has come to light in Balapir locality of Kannauj. It is alleged that Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Cash Khan took over the ancient Jageshwar Nath Shiv temple and built a three-storey house. Local people and BJP leaders have claimed that during the SP government, the Shivalinga and idols were removed from the temple and thrown into the well and construction work was carried out on top of it.
of reports according toWhen the local people protested against this occupation by Cash Khan, SP leader Cash Khan threatened them and threatened to implicate them in false cases. Threat Gave. After this, Councilor Bhura Khan and other local residents complained to BJP leaders in this matter.
Former MP reached the spot, submitted memorandum to DM
Former BJP MP Subrata Pathak along with Tirva MLA Kailash Rajput and other workers on Thursday (26 December 2024) spot inspection Did. He told that if the disputed well is excavated, Shivalinga and other idols can be found in it. He alleged that this is a direct attack on Hindu faith. The former MP met District Magistrate (DM) Shubhrant Kumar Shukla and submitted a memorandum. He demanded strict action against the SP leader who had taken possession of the temple land. The DM assured to investigate the matter and take appropriate action.
Former MP Subrata Pathak said that if the administration does not take action to liberate the temple and reinstall the Shivalinga, he along with his supporters will stage a protest in Balapir Mohalla.
VHP demanded to free from encroachment
Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) also demanded from the administration that the temple land be freed from encroachment. VHP says that such cases hurt the religious sentiments of the Hindu community.
At the same time, SP leader Cash Khan termed these allegations as baseless. He said that he has purchased this land and the religious place is still safe. He accused BJP of spoiling the atmosphere.
BJP leaders with SP leader on SDM Sadar Ramkesh allegation of collusion have put. Former MP Subrata Pathak told the DM that SP leader Cash Khan has also captured the municipality land. Even after the complaint, the SDM did not take any action. After this Cash Khan took a stay from the court. Due to this, SDM Sadar Ramkesh is also in connivance in taking over the temple land. The SDM said that a false complaint has been made against him.
In this matter, District Magistrate Shubhrant Kumar Shukla assured that soon a team of officers will be sent to the spot and investigation will be done. Considering the seriousness of this matter, he has handed over the investigation to ADM Ashish Kumar. He said that a report has been sought in two days and strict action will be taken against the culprits.
