“Ban ‘Urs’ of Shah Jahan at Taj Mahal – Hindu organisation ABHM appeals to Agra Court”, Opindia, February 4, 2024:
“On 2nd February, Agra District Court heard a plea filed by the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha (ABHM) for a prohibitory injunction on the observance of the ‘Urs’ or the death anniversary of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan at the Taj Mahal. The matter has been listed for the next hearing on 31st March.
Advocate Anil Tiwari appeared for the Hindu organisation. They have also appealed against free entry of the people on the occasion. Urs is scheduled for 6th February to 8th February. It is dedicated to commemorate the death of Shah Jahan. It is believed that Shah Jahan commissioned the Taj Mahal when it was built in 1653 on the banks of the Yamuna River. During the three-day event, various rituals include Chadar Posh, Sandal, Gusul and Kil etc take place.
Speaking to PTI, advocate Tiwari said, “They have sought a permanent prohibitory injunction against the committee celebrating the Urs. The petitioner has also objected to having free entry for the Urs at the Taj Mahal…..”
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