A Shivling was discovered in an abandoned temple in Aligarh's Muslim-majority Sarai Rahman area, prompting calls for restoration and investigation. Hindu groups claim the temple, believed to be decades old, was neglected after Hindu families left the area. Police are investigating the matter and ensuring peace, while activists demand accountability for the temple's condition.
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