Kanwariyas Clash Over Shivling Ritual in MP's Morena
Two groups of Dak Kanwariyas fought over priority to offer holy water. A video of the clash has gone viral.

A dispute broke out between two groups of ‘Dak Kanwariyas’ at the Telri Wale Bhole Baba temple in Madhya Pradesh's Morena.
The incident occurred when a large number of devotees visited the temple during the holy month of Shravan as part of the Dak Kanwar pilgrimage.
A group of Kanwariyas from Rudra Ghan Khalsa reached the Swayambhu Shivling temple and argued with another group over who would perform the Jalabhishek ritual first.
The verbal exchange soon turned into a scuffle between members of the two groups. A person present at the temple premises recorded the incident on video, which has since circulated widely on social media.
The incident has sparked discussion among devotees and residents, particularly over security and crowd management at the temple during Shravan.
The Telri Wale Bhole Baba temple attracts a significant number of devotees during Shravan, making crowd management an important concern.
Authorities are expected to examine the viral video and gather information regarding the incident.
The Dak Kanwar pilgrimage is a significant event in the region, with thousands of devotees visiting Shiva temples across the region during the holy month of Shravan.
The incident highlights the need for effective crowd management and security measures at temples during peak pilgrimage seasons.
The police have not yet issued an official statement confirming the exact circumstances that led to the dispute or identifying those involved in the altercation.
However, the incident has raised concerns among devotees and residents about the need for improved security and crowd management at the temple.
In conclusion, the clash between the two groups of Kanwariyas at the Telri Wale Bhole Baba temple in Morena highlights the importance of effective crowd management and security measures at temples during peak pilgrimage seasons.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dak Kanwar pilgrimage?
The Dak Kanwar pilgrimage is a significant event in the region, where thousands of devotees visit Shiva temples across the region during the holy month of Shravan.
What happened at the Telri Wale Bhole Baba temple?
A dispute broke out between two groups of ‘Dak Kanwariyas’ over priority to offer holy water at the temple, resulting in a scuffle.