Balmukundacharya alleged that there was a planned attempt to expand the dargah by encroaching on govt land located between two temples. “On one side there is a Hanuman temple and on the other a Ganesh temple. Iron rods have been inserted into the boundary wall as part of a planned expansion,” he said.Kagzi said the construction was being carried out using MLA development funds and claimed the dargah was around 150 years old. “This is not govt land. JMC itself is carrying out the work. We also allocated funds for renovation and beautification of temples in the past,” Kagzi said. He added that allegations of encroachment were politically motivated. “Those making these accusations should focus on leadership in their own constituencies instead of creating controversy in others’ areas,” he said.JMC records show that a work order worth Rs 18.32 lakh was issued on Jan 30, and preparatory work for roofing began Sunday. Locals alleged that court directions requiring construction to maintain a 5-metre distance from the dargah boundary wall were ignored.
