Manikarnika Ghat Demolition Sparks Protests in Varanasi | What's Changing at Kashi's Sacred Cremation Ground

Bulldozers roll into Manikarnika Ghat — one of Hinduism’s holiest cremation grounds — as part of a major redevelopment project in Varanasi. During demolition work aimed at creating a grand corridor, locals allege that ancient idols and structures were damaged, triggering protests. Among them, a structure housing a statue believed to be of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar was also razed, sparking outrage.

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