Hindu temple-like structure found during renovation of mosque in Mangalore, triggers speculation
India Today
Hindu temple-like architectural design was discovered on the premises of a mosque in Mangalore. District administration is looking into ownership details.
A Hindu temple-like architectural design was discovered on the premises of an old mosque on the outskirts of Karnataka's Mangalore on Saturday. The incident has triggered speculation about whether a Hindu temple existed at the site.
The temple-like structure was found during the renovation work at Juma Masjid in Malali. The renovation work was being conducted by the mosque authorities.
District administration is looking into old land records and entries regarding the ownership details.
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“I have received information from field officials and police department about the issue. District administration is looking into the old land records and entries regarding the ownership details. We will take reports both from the endowment department and the Waqf Board,” Rajendra KV, Deputy Commissioner of Dakshina Kannada was quoted as saying by ANI.
Meanwhile, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leaders have appealed to district administration to stop the work till the documents are verified.
