Dasna: Thousands of Islamists gather outside temple, stones pelted, provocative slogans raised | WATCH

Officials suspect that the men had plans to infiltrate the temple by assuming Hindu identities, which has raised security concerns around the sacred site. Further investigations are ongoing, and the police are tightening security in light of the recent incidents.

Edited By: Sonia Dham

Last Updated : 05 October 2024, 08:57 AM IST

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In a disturbing incident, thousands of radical Islamists gathered outside the historic Dasna Devi Temple on Thursday, pelting stones and raising provocative slogans. The temple, known for being under the leadership of Mahant Yati Narsinghanand Saraswati, has faced repeated attacks due to its controversial stand on several issues.

BIG BREAKING: Thousands of Radical Islamists have attacked the Dasna Devi Temple, a historic Hindu temple located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.

The temple which is led by Mahant Yati Narsinghanand Saraswati.

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Three arrested for using Hindu names

In a related event, three Muslim men were arrested for allegedly using Hindu names to gain entry into the temple. According to senior police officials, the trio intended to perform in a Ramlila event organized within the temple premises. The incident occurred under the leadership of the controversial head priest, Yati Narsinghanand.

An FIR was registered by the Ghaziabad police at Wave City police station on October 3, initiated by the authorities themselves. The arrests were made following investigations into the men's activities around the temple. Meanwhile, the police have urged people not to spend false rumours.

Suspects identified as performers in Ramlila

Officials suspect that the men had plans to infiltrate the temple by assuming Hindu identities, which has raised security concerns around the sacred site. Further investigations are ongoing, and the police are tightening security in light of the recent incidents.

Heightened tensions around the temple

This attack adds to the growing tension surrounding the Dasna Devi Temple, which has frequently found itself at the center of communal issues. The authorities are urging calm as they continue to investigate and maintain peace in the region.

दिनांक 04.10.2024 को डासना मंदिर पर कुछ लडको द्वारा मंदिर के बाहर हल्ला किया जा रहा था जिनको पुलिस बल द्वारा तत्काल संज्ञान लेते हुए खदेड़ दिया गया था । मंदिर परिसर के आस-पास पूर्णतः शान्ति बनी हुई है । वहाँ पर और अधिक पुलिस बल लगा दिया गया है ।(1/2)@Uppolice pic.twitter.com/ubk92VFUAR
— POLICE COMMISSIONERATE GHAZIABAD (@ghaziabadpolice) October 4, 2024

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