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Religion
Massive protest erupts in Ujjain over Shahi Masjid dispute
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 11:46 AM
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A large crowd gathered in Ujjain, the Mahakal temple city, to protest the ongoing Shahi Masjid controversy.
Hundreds of demonstrators assembled in the streets of Ujjain, a city famed for the Mahakal temple, to voice opposition to the ongoing Shahi Masjid row. The protest, described as massive by local observers, centered on demands for a transparent resolution of the dispute surrounding the historic mosque.
Police units were deployed to manage the crowd and maintain order, urging participants to remain peaceful while the authorities assess the situation. Officials from the district administration have been approached for clarification on the legal and administrative steps being taken.
The demonstration reflects heightened sensitivities in a city where religious landmarks hold deep cultural significance. Community leaders have called for dialogue to prevent any escalation and to preserve communal harmony in the region.
Police units were deployed to manage the crowd and maintain order, urging participants to remain peaceful while the authorities assess the situation. Officials from the district administration have been approached for clarification on the legal and administrative steps being taken.
The demonstration reflects heightened sensitivities in a city where religious landmarks hold deep cultural significance. Community leaders have called for dialogue to prevent any escalation and to preserve communal harmony in the region.