Babri demolition anniversary: In Mathura, 3,000 security personnel deployed; travels curbs in place
🔴 Last month, some right-wing groups called on people to perform a Hindu ceremony inside the Shahi Idgah in Mathura on Monday. They said this was to reclaim the original “birthplace” of Hindu deity, Lord Krishna.
Police personnel outside the Sri Krishna Janambhoomi temple in Mathura, Sunday. (PTI) Mathura district remained tense on Sunday, with 3,000 security personnel posted in the town a day before the anniversary of Babri Masjid demolition. Last month, Hindu right-wing groups had issued a call to perform a ritual on Monday at the Shahi Idgah as they claim it is the “original birthplace” of Krishna. While officials and the organisations have said that the programme has been called off, the police said they were prepared for all scenarios.
“We have beefed up security to nearly 3,000 security personnel, which includes several divisions. We are carrying out flag marches, drills to ensure we are prepared for all outcomes. In our conversations with outfits that had called for the ceremony, we have been ensured there will be no protest. But we will be securing the area to be ready for any eventuality,” said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Grover.
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