SC asks Centre to conduct analysis of structural stability of Mahakal Temple at Ujjain

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Centre to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the strength and stability of the historic Mahakal Temple in Ujjain and its premises by a high-level expert committee. The top court asked the Centre to submit its report on the structural stability aspects by September.

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra, S Abdul Nazeer and M R Shah also accepted the report of temple committee with regard to safety and security measures adopted for the devotees who visit Nagchandreshwar Temple situated in the Mahakal Temple complex in wake of Nagpanchmi festival on August 5. "We accept the report of temple committee. We are satisfied with the steps taken by the committee," the bench said.