A Sub-Inspector from Manak Chowk station allegedly assaulted Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple priests during Mahashivratri celebrations in Jaipur’s walled city, entering the sanctum sanctorum wearing belts in violation of sacred norms.
The altercation erupted when police disregarded temple decorum demanding footwear and belt removal before garbhagriha access, sparking physical confrontation captured on viral video showing the SI forcibly ejecting priests amid devotees.
Temple priests and volunteers condemned the disruption of Shivratri sanctity, shutting main gates in protest while issuing four-hour ultimatum for the officer’s suspension following prior complaints against him.
Hawa Mahal MLA Balmukund Acharya visited demanding strict action, highlighting pattern of police overreach compromising Hindu worship rights during peak festival when lakhs converge for Mahadev darshan.
Priests emphasize security personnel must respect agama shastra protocols preserving ritual purity essential to Shaiva traditions, preventing recurrence of authority clashes desecrating sacred spaces.
The Shivratri incident underscores tension between state security mandates versus temple autonomy where uniformed intrusions challenge centuries-old worship hierarchies central to Sanatan continuity.
Jaipur priests protested after Manak Chowk SI’s alleged Mahashivratri assault over belt removal dispute at Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple, demanding immediate suspension to restore temple authority over sacred premises.
