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Karnataka govt permits Quran recitation at Channakeshava temple fair despite opposition
Karnataka news: It is an ancient tradition to recite verses from the Quran during 'Rathotsav' at the Channakeshava temple in Belur, Hassan district, Karnataka.
Amid opposition, Karnataka government permits recital of Quran at a temple fair
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 'Rathotsav' is held at the Channakeshava temple in Hassan district's Belur and lasts two days
- This temple fair attracts thousands of devotees
- "Whatever may be the differences, Hindus and Muslims should live in a united manner and let God bless all," said Kazi Syed Sajeed Pasha
Hassan: Despite objections raised by Hindu groups in Hassan district, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Karnataka on Wednesday allowed the tradition of reciting verses from the Quran at a historical Hindu religious fair to continue.
Thousands of devotees, who participated in the 'Rathotsav' held at the Channakeshava temple in Hassan district's Belur, applauded the government's move, reported news agency IANS.
Kazi Syed Sajeed Pasha recited Quranic verses while standing in front of the chariot of Lord Channakeshava surrounded by thousands of Hindu worshippers. This age-old ritual symbolises Hindu-Muslim harmony and unity.
"The recital of verses from the Quran has been a tradition for generations and it has come from my ancestors. Whatever may be the differences, Hindus and Muslims should live in a united manner and let God bless all," said Pasha.
The 'Rathotsav' ceremony at Belur temple lasts two days. Channakeshava's idol is adorned with gold and diamond jewellery gifted by the erstwhile kings of the kingdom of Mysuru.
Thousands of devotees flock to Belur during this temple fair.
In the meantime, some Hindu organisations have voiced objection to the age-old tradition of reciting the Quran before moving the chariot this year in light of recent developments in the state.
The temple administrator had written to the Muzrai department seeking clarification regarding the continuation of the ritual, which has been occurring for years.
Rohini Sindhoori, the Muzrai department commissioner, had approved the continuation of the ritual.
As per Section 58 of the Hindu Religious Act, 2002, no interference should be made with temple rituals and traditions, noted Sindhoori.
In response to her advice, the temple committee decided to continue with the ritual of reciting Quranic verses.
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