Scuffle at Jaipur Temple: A Clash of Tradition and Authority

A conflict erupted at Jaipur's Tadkeshwar Mahadev temple during Mahashivratri involving priests and police, disrupting festivities. The police allegedly violated temple norms, sparking demands for action. A video of the incident has surfaced online, intensifying the call for disciplinary measures against those involved.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jaipur | Updated: 16-02-2026 14:10 IST | Created: 16-02-2026 14:10 IST
Scuffle at Jaipur Temple: A Clash of Tradition and Authority
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A dispute unfolded at Jaipur's Tadkeshwar Mahadev temple during Mahashivratri festivities, creating turmoil amongst worshippers. The incident reportedly involved an altercation between the temple priests and policemen, disrupting the celebratory atmosphere on Sunday night, as temple sources revealed.

According to eyewitness accounts, a sub-inspector from Manak Chowk police station, alongside other officers, allegedly entered the sanctum sanctorum wearing belts, an action against temple etiquette. This reportedly ignited a heated exchange after the policemen were requested to adhere to temple protocols.

The issue has gained traction online after a video of the scuffle surfaced, prompting a temple delegation to urge senior police officials for disciplinary action. BJP MLA Balmukund Acharya supported the calls for accountability, noting previous complaints against the implicated sub-inspector.

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