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Delhi High Court permits demolition of illegal Shiva temple in Yamuna riverbed

Delhi High Court

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday allowed the demolition of a Shiva temple illegally built in the Yamuna riverbed and floodplains.

The High Court said that Lord Shiva doesn't need our protection and would be happier if the Yamuna riverbed and the floodplains are cleared of all encroachments and unauthorised construction.

Justice Dharmesh Sharma on Wednesday dismissed the plea moved by Pracheen Shiv Mandir Avam Akhada Samiti seeking quashing and setting aside the order of demolition given for the Pracheen Shiv Mandir, situated near Taj Enclave, Geeta Colony.

"Lord Shiva does not need our protection; rather, we, the people, seek his protection and blessings," Justice Dharmesh Sharma said in the judgement passed on May 29.

The bench said that there could be no iota of doubt that Lord Shiva would be happier if the Yamuna riverbed and the floodplains are cleared of all encroachments and unauthorised construction. (with Agency inputs)

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