MLA Golu Shukla's Son Rudraksh Banned From Mahakal Temple VIP Facilities For One Year Over Viral Reel In MP's Ujjain

In Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, the Mahakaleshwar Temple Management Committee has imposed a one-year ban on Rudraksh, the son of MLA Golu Shukla, from accessing VIP facilities within the temple grounds. This decision followed allegations that Rudraksh violated temple rules by recording a viral reel inside the premises. From now on, Rudraksh will be treated as an ordinary devotee, permitted entry only with a standard ticket.

Rudraksh entered the temple via Shankh Gate and proceeded to the Nandi Hall for prayers. He then entered the temple through Jal Gate via Kotitirth Kund before performing the aarti outside the sanctum sanctorum. The temple administration's disciplinary action was triggered by the unauthorized videography of his visit, which was captured by his entourage despite the temple's prohibition on filming.

According to the committee, the security agency KOR was fined Rs 5 lakh, while three of its personnel—Praveen Pal, Gaurav Gurjar, and Madhu Nagar—were removed from duty at Nandi Hall. These actions come after numerous violations of temple rules, particularly regarding the use of mobile phones and photography inside the sacred space.

Despite a ban on mobile devices and restrictions on photography and videography, devotees continue to be seen taking photos and recording videos during their visits. The persistent breaches have sparked questions regarding the effectiveness of the temple's security measures, especially in light of the intensive 44-week training completed by 125 Border Security Force (BSF) constables who recently took their oath to serve the nation at a passing-out parade in Indore.