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Ujjain: Mahakal Sawari Halted
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 21 Jul 2026, 01:02 PM
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A controversy has erupted over the health of female elephant 'Shyamu' ahead of Mahakal's second royal procession. The forest department and Shyamu's owner are at odds.
The Mahakal procession, scheduled for August 10, has hit a roadblock due to concerns over the health of Shyamu, the female elephant. The forest department and Shyamu's owner are locked in a dispute, with the former raising questions about the elephant's well-being. The controversy has cast a shadow over the upcoming procession, which is a significant event in Ujjain. The forest department's concerns highlight the need for ensuring the health and safety of animals involved in such events. The dispute is likely to be resolved soon, but it has already generated significant attention in the city.