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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a hardline stance against communal elements threatening temples in Dhubri. The CM issued shoot-at-sight orders while vowing to personally guard Hanuman Mandir during upcoming Eid celebrations. His actions follow recent incidents of beef being thrown at the temple, which he called "disgusting and condemnable." Sarma also emphasized protecting Assam's 450-year-old Satras as cultural heritage sites during his Darrang visit.

Key Points: Assam CM Himanta Sarma orders shoot at sight in Dhubri over temple threats

  • Shoot-at-sight orders issued for temple protection in Dhubri
  • CM vows to guard Hanuman Mandir personally on Eid
  • Zero tolerance for desecration of sacred spaces
  • 450-year-old Khatara Satra's cultural preservation emphasized
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Group active in Dhubri with intention of damaging our temples, says Assam CM; issues 'shoot at sight' orders

Assam CM issues shoot-at-sight orders after communal group targets temples in Dhubri, vows to personally guard Hanuman Mandir on Eid

"A particular group has become active in Dhubri with the intention of damaging our temples. We have issued SHOOT AT SIGHT orders - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Dhubri, June 13

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday issued "shoot at sight" orders to law enforcement officials, claiming that a communal group became active in the state's Dhubri district.

CM Sarma alleged that the communal group intends to cause damage to temples.

"A particular group has become active in Dhubri with the intention of damaging our temples. We have issued SHOOT AT SIGHT orders," CM Sarma wrote in a post on X.

https://x.com/himantabiswa/status/1933453721519992889

This came after CM Sarma's visit to Dhubri.

During his visit, Sarma asked law enforcement officers to follow "zero tolerance" against elements who desecrated temples, Naamghars and sacred places. He further stated that those involved would not be spared.

"I visited Dhubri and directed law enforcement officers to follow ZERO tolerance against elements who desecrate our temples, Naamghars and sacred spaces. The incident of throwing beef at the town's Hanuman Mandir should have NEVER happened, and those involved WON'T BE SPARED," Sarma wrote in another post on X.

CM Sarma further stated that he would guard the Hanuman Baba temple all night long if it was needed. "This time on Eid, some anti-social elements committed a disgusting and condemnable crime by throwing cow meat in the Hanuman temple of Dhubri! If required on the coming Eid, I myself will guard Hanuman Baba's temple all night long," he added.

Earlier on June 11, the CM visited the 450-year-old Khatara Satra in Darrang, which is one of the oldest Satras in Assam. The Satra, established by Shri Shri Lechakonia Gobinda Ata, is a leading centre for research and promotion of Sattriya culture.

During his visit, CM Sarma offered his prayers and emphasised the importance of preserving Assam's cultural heritage. He stated that the Satras are the flagbearers and protectors of the state's tradition and that his government has taken decisive steps to defend their sanctity.

The CM highlighted that the Satras have been subjected to unchecked encroachment over the decades, but his government is committed to stopping this. He assured that the government would take the necessary measures to protect the Satras and preserve their cultural significance.

In a post on X, CM Sarma shared, "Offered my prayers at the Khatara Satra in Darrang, established by Shri Shri Lechakonia Gobinda Ata. One of the oldest Satras in Assam, this 450-year-old institution is a leading centre for research and promotion of Sattriya culture.

The soul of Assam lives in our Satras - the flagbearers and protectors of our tradition. Over the decades, they have been subjected to unchecked encroachment, but this stops now. Our government has taken decisive steps to defend its sanctity."

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Strong action was needed! No one should be allowed to disrespect our places of worship. The CM's stance is justified - such incidents create unnecessary tension in society. Hope the administration stays vigilant. 🙏
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Priya M.
While I support protecting temples, 'shoot at sight' orders seem extreme. Couldn't there be a more measured response? This might escalate tensions further. The law should punish culprits, but we must maintain rule of law.
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Arjun S.
Assam's cultural heritage must be protected at all costs! The Satras are our pride. Good to see CM taking concrete steps. But hope the focus remains on preservation rather than politics. Jai Assam! 🇮🇳
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Neha T.
This is so disturbing! Why can't we respect each other's faiths? Throwing meat in temples is unacceptable, but I hope the CM ensures innocent people aren't targeted in the crackdown. Peace is most important.
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Sanjay R.
The timing before Eid seems suspicious. Is this genuine concern or political posturing? The beef incident is condemnable, but leaders should work to calm tensions, not inflame them. We need unity, not division.
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Meena P.
As an Assamese, I'm proud of our Satra culture. The encroachment issue is real - my grandfather used to tell how lands were gradually taken over. Glad someone is finally addressing this systematically. But please don't mix this with temple issue.

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