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Pakistan seals 200-year-old Hindu temple after bid to demolish it for plaza

Authorities in Pakistan have secured a historic Hindu temple following protests by local residents and civil society members against its demolition. The Ram Leela Temple in Dera Ismail Khan faced demolition attempts to develop a commercial plaza, leading to community intervention. Local activists and the Hindu community requested an investigation regarding the temple's ownership and construction legality.

18 Oct 2026 5:19 pm