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Rare Lapwing Spotted Hatching at Historic Bhojshala Complex in MP

A rare Red-Wattled Lapwing was seen hatching eggs at the historic Bhojshala complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. This comes after the Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex a temple, granting the Hindu side the right to worship. The court also suggested repatriating an idol from a London museum and granting land to the Muslim side for a mosque. Two caveat pleas have been filed in the Supreme Court anticipating a challenge to the verdict.

Key Points: Rare Lapwing Hatching at Bhojshala Complex

  • Rare Red-Wattled Lapwing spotted hatching at Bhojshala complex
  • MP High Court declares Bhojshala a temple, grants Hindu worship rights
  • Court quashes ASI order allowing Muslim prayers at site
  • Two caveat pleas filed in Supreme Court against verdict
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Ancient architecture meets nature as rare red-wattled Lapwing spotted hatching at Bhojshala complex

A rare red-wattled Lapwing was spotted hatching eggs at Bhojshala complex in Dhar, MP, amid a recent court verdict declaring the site a temple.

"After years, we got the chance to have darshan without any obstacle. - Devotee"

Dhar, May 16

Visitors at the historic Bhojshala monument witnessed a rare and captivating moment inside the historic Bhojshala premises in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district, where a Red-Wattled Lapwing was seen engaged in the hatching process.

The bird, known for its striking black-and-white neck pattern, brown wings and distinctive red beak, was spotted standing calmly near a shallow stone bowl within the heritage complex.

The Red-Wattled Lapwing was also seen resting closely on the rocky ground, apparently incubating and protecting its eggs under the intense afternoon heat.

Earlier in the day, devotees entered the Bhojshala complex to offer prayers after the Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex a temple and granted the Hindu side the right to worship at the site.

A few devotees gathered and offered prayers inside the premises today following the court's order.

A devotee welcomed the verdict and said they were now able to offer prayers without restrictions.

"After years, we got the chance to have darshan without any obstacle. The court gave a great verdict. I will come here every day to offer prayers," the devotee told the reporters.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Friday delivered a verdict, granting the Hindu side the right to worship and recognising the complex as belonging to Raja Bhoj.

The court ruled that the disputed site is fundamentally a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi, dating back to the Bhoj-Parmar dynasty, and quashed the previous ASI order, permitting the Muslim community to offer prayers there.

The court order said that the Indian government may address the demand for the repatriation of the idol, which is currently housed in a museum in London.

The High Court also asked the State government to consider granting land to the Muslim side for a mosque in Dhar district, in case the respondent moves an application.

Meanwhile, two caveat pleas have been moved in the Supreme Court hours after the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision, anticipating that parties from the Muslim side may challenge the verdict before the apex court.

Pending adjudication, the State authorities had put in place a shared arrangement for religious practices while the site remained under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which had also surveyed the complex.

- ANI

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Kavya N
While I'm happy about the court verdict, I hope both communities can coexist peacefully. The bird hatching there is a reminder that life goes on beyond human disputes. 🙏
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Ramesh W
The court's decision is historic. After decades, we can finally worship at our ancestors' temple without any restrictions. The Lapwing's presence just adds to the divine atmosphere. Jai Mata Di! 🙏
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Aditi M
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about all the political drama around such places. But seeing a rare bird hatching there—that's pure magic. Nature doesn't care about our court cases, and that's beautiful in its own way. 🌿
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Shweta Y
The Red-Wattled Lapwing is called 'Titeeri' in Hindi—such a resilient bird. It's fitting that it chose a historic monument to nest. I hope the authorities protect both the heritage structure and the wildlife there.
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Manish T
This is what true 'dharma' looks like—protecting life in all its forms. The bird, the temple, the devotees—all part of one ecosystem. Let's hope the Supreme Court upholds the verdict and brings lasting peace. 🇮🇳
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James A
Fascinating story from India! The combination of ancient architecture

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