Posters of UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a rally in Kathmandu caused a stir, highlighting the historical ties between Nepal's former monarchy and Gorakhsh Peeth. Pradeep Bikram Rana, who waved the poster, claimed persecution by Kathmandu authorities, prompting his escape. The Shah dynasty, which aligns with the Gorakhnath sect, maintains traditional ties with the temple, sending offerings annually.
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