Sambhal's Historic Temple Closed Since 1978 Reopens, Morning 'Aarti' Performed Today | Watch

Morning aarti was performed at the Hanuman Temple on Sunday in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal which was discovered during an anti-encroachment drive. The temple was reopened by the district administration on Saturday after it was locked since 1978 following communal riots in the town.

According to officials, the temple was opened after authorities "stumbled" on it during the anti-encroachment drive. The temple had remained locked since 1978 following a communal riot that led to the displacement of the local Hindu community, claimed locals, according to a PTI report.

Leading a campaign against electricity theft in the area, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Vandana Mishra said, "While inspecting the region, we stumbled upon this temple. Upon noticing it, I immediately informed the district authorities."