Mistaken demolition notice for Jagannath temple withdrawn after community backlash.
The Tatanagar Railway Engineering Department has retracted a demolition notice mistakenly issued for the Jagannath temple near Khasmahal.
JAMSHEDPUR – The notice, initially posted on the temple wall, was removed on Saturday afternoon following realization of the error.
Political figures and local supporters rallied in Khasmahal after the notice sparked widespread anger among residents.
MLA Mangal Kalindi and Zila Parishad Vice President Pankaj Sinha were among the political leaders advocating against the notice.
The swift withdrawal of the notice came after political leaders discussed the community’s concerns with railway officials.
This action by the railway authorities averted potential conflicts, acknowledging the significance of the temple to the local community.
The mistake and its prompt correction highlight the railway department’s responsiveness to public sentiment and community values.
