UP: Hindu mob converts tomb of Hazrat Chandpir Badshah to Hanuman temple overnight | VIDEO

Videos and images circulating on social media platforms, including posts on X (formerly Twitter), show the tomb-turned-temple, with the Hanuman idol placed inside.

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The incident, which occurred recently, has yet to prompt any official reaction from the local police. However, law enforcement authorities took preventive measures to avoid potential conflict. (X/SachinguptaUP)

New Delhi: In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, tensions rose after workers from a Hindu organization reportedly converted the tomb of Hazrat Chandpir Badshah into a temple. According to reports, the group placed an idol of Lord Hanuman at the site and began offering prayers, transforming the religious structure into a makeshift temple.

The incident, which occurred recently, has yet to prompt any official reaction from the local police. However, law enforcement authorities took preventive measures to avoid potential conflict. The police have since covered the tomb with a curtain to prevent public disputes from escalating in the sensitive area.

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Videos and images circulating on social media platforms, including posts on X (formerly Twitter), show the tomb-turned-temple, with the Hanuman idol placed inside. The rapid conversion has sparked concern over communal tensions, but so far, no formal statement or legal action has been taken by the authorities.

Residents have expressed concern over the situation, fearing that such incidents could fuel community unrest. The decision to cover the structure with a curtain appears to be a temporary solution to maintain peace, but no further clarification has been provided regarding the long-term approach. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about religious tensions in the region, raising questions about the role of law enforcement in managing sensitive religious sites and maintaining communal harmony.