Yogi Adityanath Highlights Sambhal's Ancient Roots and Religious Significance

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister connects Sambhal's history to Hindu scriptures while addressing tensions over Holi and Ramadan observances.

Yogi Adityanath claims Sambhal is a historic pilgrimage site mentioned in Hindu scriptures over 5,000 years ago, predating Islam by millennia.
He alleges the destruction of Hindu temples in Sambhal, including the Hari Vishnu temple in 1526 by Mughal commander Mir Baqi.
The Allahabad High Court recently allowed limited beautification of a mosque in Sambhal following past tensions over its survey.
Local authorities have coordinated Holi celebrations and Ramadan Friday prayers to prevent conflict, with enhanced security measures in place.
Adityanath criticized the glorification of foreign invaders and emphasized the need to preserve the cultural and religious heritage of Uttar Pradesh.