Incident Overview
A video showing a man tampering with the donation box and touching a deity’s idol while wearing shoes at the Bhakunt Bhairav Temple in Kedarnath Dham has gone viral on social media. The incident has sparked outrage among devotees and religious organizations, who are demanding strict action from the authorities.
Bhakunt Bhairav Temple:Community Reactions
- Kedar Sabha: President Rajkumar Tiwari called for an investigation to identify the individual and understand how the breach occurred.
- Panch Panda Society: Led by Ankit Shukla, the society has demanded a complete ban on unauthorized activities in Kedarnath during the winter season.
Authorities’ Response
- Kedarnath Development Authority: Additional Chief Executive Officer Yogendra Singh confirmed being informed of the incident.
- Charitable Trust Statement: Yogendra Singh, Joint Secretary of the Shri Kedarnath Charitable Trust, revealed that the person involved has been identified as a laborer. Authorities, including the CEO of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) and local police, have been notified for further action.
Demands and Implications
Religious leaders and devotees have stressed the need for heightened security measures and stricter regulations to prevent such incidents.
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