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The Hindu
2 hours ago
- The Hindu
Notices served to exhibition management of ‘Ram Mandir'
The III Town Police have issued notices to the management of a commercial exhibition, which features a replica of the 'Ayodhya Ram Mandir' , following objections from the authorities of the Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Devasthanam in Bhadrachalam. The complaint pertains to the alleged unauthorised use of the temple's name. The exhibition, which opened a few months ago, has been drawing large crowds of devotees. The management has been collecting an entry ticket of ₹50 per person. Controversy arose after the organisers allegedly announced plans to conduct Sree Seetha Rama Kalyanam at the end of this month, reportedly charging high ticket prices for the event. They also announced that priests from Bhadrachalam would be participating in the ritual. Assistant Commissioner of Police (East Sub-Division) K. Lakshmana Murthy confirmed that the Bhadrachalam temple authorities had raised their objection in an email to the Endowments Department. Acting on this, the local endowments officials lodged a formal complaint with the police. 'We have served initial notices to the exhibition organisers. Further action will be taken after a thorough inquiry,' said ACP Lakshmana Murthy.
Hans India
15 hours ago
- Hans India
Complaint filed against creators of Ayodhya Ram temple replica
Visakhapatnam: The replica of Ayodhya Ram temple set up at RK Beach in Visakhapatnam gets into controversy after two months of its establishment. Representatives of Sree Seetha Ramachandra Swamy Vari Devasthanam, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Bhadrachalam lodged a complaint with III Town Police of Visakhapatnam against the organisers of the 91-ft-tall Ayodhya Ram Mandir. According to their complainant, it was mentioned that priests from Bhadrachalam Devasthanam were arriving for the ensuing 'Seetharama Kalyanam' scheduled at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir on July 29. Ram Mandir organisers took to social media platforms campaigning that the Bhadrachalam priests will be performing the kalyanam in the temple. The organisers are charging Rs 2,999 from each person for the ritual. However, the complainants mentioned that they were not informed by the organisers about the 'kalyanam' and they have no connection with the ritual. They demanded action against the Ram Mandir organisers for collecting ticket money from the devotees under the garb of performing 'Seetharama Kalyanam' with the participation of Bhadrachalam priests. 'The ticket collection and 'kalyanam' should be stopped with immediate effect and a criminal case should be filed against the organisers for violating the law and cheating the people,' informed L Rama Devi, Special Deputy Collector and Executive Officer of Bhadrachalam Devasthanam.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh NDA allies ramp up quota demands ahead of 2027 polls
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Despite the next assembly election still some time away, NDA allies in Uttar Pradesh have stepped up demands around reservation to assert their Party leader and minister Sanjay Nishad warned that excluding the Nishad community from the SC reservation list could harm the alliance's 2027 poll prospects. He said that if major issues like Ram Mandir and Article 370 have been addressed, extending SC status to Nishads should not be leader and minister Om Prakash Rajbhar also demanded that the Rohini Commission report on OBC sub-categorisation be implemented in UP. "Only a few castes corner the entire 27% OBC quota . The SC has allowed quota within quota . Haryana has done it-why not UP?" he told ET, adding that he has flagged the issue to CM Yogi Adityanath and plans to meet Union Home Minister Amit is also eyeing the Mau Sadar seat, now vacant after his party MLA Abbas Ansari was convicted. He wants the seat for his son Arvind Rajbhar. "After Muslims, Rajbhars form the largest group-about 80,000-in Mau Sadar. We will contest it," he Dal's Ashish Patel has also raised issues with the state government recently, adding to signs of friction within the alliance.
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Kumbh-like vigil, real-time monitoring in place for Kanwar Yatra
LUCKNOW A multi-layered security and surveillance grid has been put in place for the Kanwar Yatra, the annual pilgrimage of Lord Shiva devotees, which commenced from Friday, with a massive deployment of personnel to ensure safety of pilgrims and maintain law and order, stated a release from the chief minister's media cell. Kanwarias in Ghaziabad, carrying Ganga water from Haridwar, going towards Rajasthan, on Friday. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo) A network of 29,454 CCTVs has been installed along key Kanwar routes and major congregation points across the state and 395 high-tech drones, including anti-drones and tethered drones, are providing real-time video feeds directly to the DGP headquarters. These advanced surveillance systems, previously used during the Ram Mandir inauguration and Mahakumbh, are now enhancing real-time monitoring and threat detection. A state-of-the-art control room, modelled on the Mahakumbh framework, has been established with round-the-clock real-time monitoring capabilities. Elite security forces, including Anti-Terrorism Squad, Rapid Action, and Quick Response Team, have been deployed at ground level along the entire Yatra route to ensure maximum vigilance, stated the release. 'Technology is being leveraged at every level to ensure the comfort, safety and smooth experience of devotees. Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has reviewed all preparations and issued strict instructions to ensure flawless arrangements for security, healthcare, sanitation, drinking water and traffic management. Drawing inspiration from the Mahakumbh security model, similar protocols have been implemented across the Kanwar Yatra corridors,' emphasized authorities. Tethered drones, which hover in a fixed position for extended periods, are proving particularly effective in monitoring dense crowds and enabling quick response in case of emergencies. 'A modern control room has been established at the DGP headquarters to provide 24/7 real-time monitoring of the Yatra and Shiv temples to bolster security,' they added. They stated a dedicated eight-member social media surveillance team is on high alert. This team continuously monitors online platforms for rumours, misleading information and sensitive posts, promptly alerting district officials and ensuring swift removal of objectionable content. A separate control room team monitors inputs from electronic media, UP112 and other communication channels to ensure seamless coordination and prompt responses, they added. Officias stated the state government has deployed a large-scale police and paramilitary force. 'A total of 587 gazetted officers, 2,040 inspectors, 13,520 sub-inspectors and 39,965 constables have been assigned duty. In addition, 1,486 women sub-inspectors and 8,541 women constables are on the ground to maintain law and order. The deployment also includes 50 companies of PAC and central forces, along with 1,424 home guards,' they informed. For effective interstate coordination, a dedicated WhatsApp group comprising officials from Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan has been created. This group facilitates real-time information exchange on route conditions, security updates and crowd management strategies.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Massive security, hi-tech surveillance guards Kanwar Yatra
LUCKNOW: To ensure the security of Kanwariyas and the smooth conduct of Kanwar Yatra, the UP government has deployed cutting-edge anti-drone and tethered drone technologies along the route. These advanced surveillance systems, previously used during the Ram Mandir inauguration and Mahakumbh 2025, are now enhancing real-time monitoring and threat detection. A state-of-the-art control room, set up on the Mahakumbh model, has been established with round-the-clock real-time monitoring amenities. Elite security forces, including ATS, RAF, and QRT, have been deployed at ground level along the entire Yatra route to ensure maximum vigilance. Technology is being leveraged at every level to ensure the comfort, safety, and smooth experience for the devotees. CM Yogi personally reviewed all preparations and issued instructions to ensure flawless arrangements for security, healthcare, sanitation, drinking water, and traffic management. Drawing inspiration from the Mahakumbh security model, similar protocols have been implemented across the Kanwar Yatra corridors. In a major technological push, 29,454 CCTV cameras have been installed along key Kanwar routes and major congregation points. Additionally, 395 high-tech drones, including anti-drones and tethered drones, are transmitting real-time video feeds directly to the DGP headquarters in the State capital. Tethered drones, which hover in a fixed position for extended periods, are proving particularly effective in monitoring dense crowds and enabling quick response in case of emergencies. To bolster the security further, a modern control room on the lines of Mahakumbh-2025 has been established at the DGP headquarters to provide continuous 24/7 real-time monitoring of the Yatra and Shiv temples.
