Archive · 25 Oct 2025
Jaipur Temple Demolished: Sparks Outrage and Controversy
In Jaipur, a 100-year-old temple was torn down by a new property owner.
The temple was on land that was once private property but was sold.
When the new owner demolished the building, which included the temple, it caused a lot of anger among local Hindus.
They feel disrespected.
A local politician called it an attack on their religion and demanded action.
The owner claims they had the right to demolish it.
Police were called to maintain peace.
A Shitala Mata Temple in Jaipur was demolished on October 24th.
The temple was located on private property recently sold to a Muslim man.
The demolition caused outrage among local residents and Hindu organizations.
A BJP MLA called the demolition an attack on the Hindu religion.
The new property owner claimed the demolition was justified due to the building's condition.
- Who
- A Muslim man, the new owner of the property.
- What
- The demolition of a 100-year-old Shitala Mata Temple.
- When
- October 24th.
- Where
- Gangapol region of Jaipur.
- Why
- The new owner claimed the building was old and in poor condition.
Hindu Community
Property Owner
Temple Demolition
Hindu Community
Views the demolition as an attack on their religion and cultural identity, demanding strict action.
Property Owner
Maintains that as the temple was on private land now owned by him, he had full rights to demolish it.
- Location
- Gangapol region, Jaipur
- Event
- Demolition of a Shitala Mata Temple
- Date
- October 24th
- Property Ownership
- Private land, sold to a Muslim man
- Temple Age
- 100 years old
- Involved Parties
- Local residents, Hindu organizations, BJP MLA, New property owner