Varanasi, Jan 19: Amid swirling controversy over alleged actions at Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi Commissioner Mohit Agrawal personally visited the Kumbha Temple to investigate viral rumours claiming non-Hindu rituals and temple demolition. Officials clarified that the visit was to verify facts after misleading social media posts created unrest among locals.
Viral claims trigger controversy
The controversy erupted when a viral video and fake claims linked temple structures to redevelopment work at the historic Manikarnika Ghat, prompting widespread discussion and political reactions online.
Authorities deny any wrongdoing
Authorities found no unusual activity at the temple and appealed for calm, urging residents not to be swayed by false narratives.
AAP MP seeks action
Meanwhile, AAP MP Sanjay Singh said he would file a case against those spreading misinformation, emphasising that falsehoods about religious sites can provoke social tension if left unchecked.
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Challenge of misinformation
The incident highlights the challenges faced by administrators in tackling digital misinformation while maintaining communal harmony during sensitive heritage projects.
