In a violent clash over sacred grounds in Uttar Pradesh’s Raebareli district, a peaceful mob attacked a Hindu temple priest and nearby residents in Alampur village, Nasirabad.
The assault broke out after temple pujari Kamlesh Das protested against animal grazing on the Bhuiyaraani temple grounds and the intentional dumping of poultry remains, meat waste, and refuse inside the temple perimeter. Following the violent escalation, Uttar Pradesh Police launched targeted raids and arrested Sarvar alias Irfan, Rihan, Aslam, Mahfooz, Rahees, and Altaf, sending all six to judicial custody.
Incident
The confrontation unfolded near the Bhuiyaraani temple in Alampur village after Pujari Kamlesh Das repeatedly raised objections regarding the defilement of the holy site.
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The Trigger: On November 6, Pujari Kamlesh Das intervened when non-vegetarian waste, meat remains, and garbage were dumped directly inside the temple compound while cattle were grazed on sacred land.
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The Assault: When the pujari demanded an immediate halt to the desecration, an argument escalated into physical violence. Sarvar alias Irfan, accompanied by Rihan, Aslam, Mahfooz, Rahees, Altaf, and others armed with sticks and sharp weapons, launched a brutal attack on Kamlesh Das.
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Intervening Devotees Beaten: Local resident Sharda Baksh Singh and other villagers who rushed to rescue the injured priest were also violently beaten, suffering multiple injuries before the assailants fled.
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Law Enforcement Action: Irfan & 5 Named Accused Remanded to Custody
Following a formal complaint lodged by Sharda Baksh Singh, Nasirabad Police registered Case Number 149/2026. Under instructions from Superintendent of Police Ravi Kumar, specialized police teams executed swift arrests.