2 individuals arrested at Taj Mahal for offering 'Gangajal' from plastic bottles, claiming it's a Hindu temple.

Two individuals were arrested at the Taj Mahal in Agra after offering 'Gangajal' from plastic bottles and claiming the monument was a Hindu temple. The arrest followed a complaint from Central Industrial Security Force personnel stationed at the site. The accused argued the Taj Mahal is a Shiva temple and defended their actions by pouring water on a sticker with the sacred syllable 'Om'. The monument, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has faced ongoing attempts to rename it "TejoMahalay" and conduct religious offerings. The two men are in custody at the Taj Ganj police station, and a probe is underway.

August 03, 2024
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