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Delhi CM Atishi urges LG to stop temple demolitions; Saxena's office calls it 'cheap politics'


Published on 2024-12-31 11:20:53 - MSN
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  • Delhi CM Atishi has urged Lieutenant Governor Saxena to reconsider orders for demolishing religious structures, including those significant to Dalit communities. She stressed the need for consultation with the elected government.

Delhi's Water Minister Atishi has appealed to Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena to halt the demolition of temples in the city, arguing that such actions are causing distress among residents and could lead to communal tensions. She emphasized the cultural and emotional significance of these temples to the community. In response, Saxena's office dismissed her concerns as "cheap politics," asserting that the demolitions are part of a broader initiative to clear unauthorized religious structures from public spaces, which they claim is necessary for urban development and public safety. The office further criticized Atishi for not addressing the issue when she was in a position to influence policy decisions.

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