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Heavy Security in Dhar for Basant Panchami at Disputed Bhojshala Site

The district administration in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, has deployed massive security, including over 8,000 police personnel, for Basant Panchami at the disputed Bhojshala complex. Collector Priyank Mishra stated the primary objective is to ensure the day passes peacefully without any disturbance. He appealed to the media and public not to speculate on a Supreme Court hearing regarding the site and to trust only official information. The Bhojshala complex is claimed as a temple by Hindus and a mosque by Muslims, with a 2003 arrangement governing worship schedules.

Key Points: Dhar Security for Basant Panchami at Bhojshala, SC Hearing

  • 8000 police deployed in Dhar
  • Security for Basant Panchami at Bhojshala
  • Site disputed between Hindus and Muslims
  • Collector warns against media speculation on SC hearing
  • Administration aims for peaceful day
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MP: Heavy security deployed in Dhar in view of Basant Panchami, Collector urges restraint after SC hearing

MP's Dhar deploys 8000 police for Basant Panchami at disputed Bhojshala complex. Collector urges peace and warns against media speculation on SC hearing.

"Our complete preparations are in place... over 8,000 police personnel have been deployed. - Collector Priyank Mishra"

Dhar, January 22

As Basant Panchami falls on Friday this year, the district administration has intensified security and law & order arrangements to ensure a peaceful day at disputed Bhojshala complex in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district.

District Collector Priyank Mishra said that the administration's primary objective was to ensure that the entire day passes peacefully and without any disturbance.

There is a disputed site, the Bhojshala complex, situated in Dhar district. For Hindus, the Bhojshala complex is a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati), while for Muslims, it is the site of the Kamal Maula mosque. According to an arrangement in 2003, Hindus perform puja at the complex on Tuesdays from sunrise to sunset, while Muslims offer namaz on Fridays from 1 pm to 3 pm.

Collector Mishra said, "Our complete preparations are in place and keeping law and order in view, over 8,000 police personnel have been deployed, along with a large number of executive magistrates. Along with this, drone arrangements, CCTV cameras and deployment of RAF (Rapid Action Force) personnel have been made. It is our duty to ensure that law and order remains normal tomorrow under all circumstances and that no disturbance occurs. This is our primary objective."

The Collector highlighted that to ensure that tomorrow's festival passes peacefully and without any disruption, an appeal was made in this regard yesterday and meetings were held with all concerned parties for the past several months, aiming to ensure that the entire day passes in a peaceful and harmonious manner.

He further stressed about the Supreme Court hearing regarding the Bhojshala issue and appealed to the media persons not to make their own interpretations about the hearing. He added that the district administration would share the official information in this regard.

"An interim application was filed in the Supreme Court today, on which a hearing took place. I request all media persons not to make their own interpretations regarding the hearing as of now. I also appeal to the general public to trust only the information that will be officially shared by the district administration in this regard. The media will also be officially informed once the court's order is received to us," the Collector added.

- ANI

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Priya S
The 2003 arrangement has worked for so long. Why is there always tension around these dates? Supreme Court will decide, we should wait patiently. Collector's appeal to media is crucial - irresponsible reporting can fuel rumors. Let the law take its course.
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Rohit P
Frankly, this is a massive waste of taxpayer money and police resources every year. 8000 personnel for one site? The state should find a permanent solution through dialogue or legal means. This annual drama affects the local economy and normal life in Dhar.
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Sarah B
As someone from outside India, I find the shared worship arrangement quite fascinating and a potential model for coexistence. It's sad that it requires such heavy security. Hoping for a peaceful Basant Panchami for all devotees.
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Kavya N
My family is from MP. These tensions create anxiety for residents every year. The Collector's continuous meetings with all parties is the right approach. We common people just want to celebrate our festivals in peace. Jai Saraswati Maa!
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Vikram M
The Supreme Court's hearing today is important. We must respect whatever decision comes. No one should take law into their own hands. The administration's preparedness is commendable, but the real test is public restraint. Let's be responsible citizens.

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