HC Directs Srinagar Dy Commissioner To Take Over Management Of Raghu Nath Ji Temple Land To 'Demarcate Boundaries' Amidst Claims Of Encroachment

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court ordered the district commissioner of Srinagar to take over 159 kanals (approximately 8 hectares) of temple land amidst allegations of encroachment. The court emphasized the need to protect religious properties from illegal occupation and instructed the authorities to demarcate and secure the land. This ruling highlights the judiciary's proactive role in safeguarding religious and cultural heritage, ensuring that encroachments on such properties are addressed promptly and effectively.