National News:The long-standing mausoleum–temple dispute in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, has once again flared up after a controversial social media post went viral. The post, made from a Facebook ID named @up-71 fatehpur, called upon people to gather near the Fatehpur mausoleum on August 16 with the words, “Rise, lions of Islam, it is time to stand up; come to Fatehpur.”
The inflammatory post triggered sharp reactions from Hindu organizations, who in response announced a kirtan program at the same mausoleum on the same day. Sensing possible unrest, the district administration swung into action, deploying police forces from 15 police stations, the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), and reinforcements from neighboring districts Kaushambi, Hamirpur, and Banda.
Police Removes Viral Post, Case Registered
Fatehpur police immediately removed the post after it began circulating rapidly across social media groups. A case under the IT Act was registered against those responsible. Police said such provocative content had the potential to incite communal tension and strict measures were required.
Area Completely Sealed, Restrictions Imposed
The administration has sealed a one-kilometer radius around the mausoleum in the Abu Nagar Redaiya locality, banning even media entry in the area. Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) have also been enforced. The dispute intensified on August 11, when, on the call of the local BJP District President, a large crowd gathered at the mausoleum, declared it a temple, performed rituals, and even vandalized the structure. Since then, the situation has remained volatile.
