Nashik: Kalaram Temple Closes South Gate After Threat E-mail, Steps Up Security
Nashik: The south gate of Shri Kalaram Temple in Panchavati has been closed to devotees as a precautionary measure after the temple received a threat email. Acting on the instructions of the Panchavati police, the temple authorities have restricted entry and exit through the main entrance, while access through the north gate also remains available. The threat e-mail was received four days ago,…
Shri Kalaram Temple in Nashik has closed its south gate to devotees following a threat email, as a precautionary step. The temple authorities have restricted entry and exit through the main entrance, while allowing access through the north gate. The threat email arrived four days ago, prompting the Panchavati police and Local Crime Branch to inspect the temple premises with the help of bomb detection and disposal and dog squads.
As a security measure, the south gate was closed, accompanied by the installation of a metal detector at the main entrance. Dhananjay Pujari, a temple trustee, mentioned that the east gate is closed due to ongoing construction work on Ramkal Path. With daily visits ranging from 8,000 to 10,000 devotees, managing crowds and surveillance has become a challenge.
The south gate will remain closed for the next few days, following police instructions. The Diwali holidays have led to a surge in visitors at nearby temples along the Godavari River, including Kapaleshwar, Sundar Narayan, Ganga Godavari, Lord Rama in Tapovan, and Sita Gumpha. Police have increased vigilance across the temple area.
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