Tensions Erupt in Fatehpur Over Dispute Between Temple and Tomb Claims: Area Turns into Police Zone

A major controversy has erupted in the Abu Nagar area of Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, revolving around an old structure known as the tomb of Nawab Abdul Samad. The situation has become so tense that the entire neighborhood has been turned into a police zone.

The conflict began when some groups, including the district president of the BJP and several Hindu organizations, claimed the structure is not a tomb, but rather a centuries-old Shiva and Krishna temple. They alleged that the temple was converted into a tomb, citing the presence of lotus flowers and trishul (trident) symbols as evidence of its original Hindu identity.

Following these claims, the atmosphere in the area grew charged. Hindu organizations announced plans to hold religious rituals at the site on August 11, 2025. However, the local administration strictly prohibited any form of worship at the location and set up barricades around the structure to prevent entry.

Despite these security measures, a large crowd from Hindu organizations g