Ujjain tried to move 170-year-old Hanuman idol; 4 attempts failed
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Tue, 8 September 2026
2 reports- Times of India03:57
Ujjain's road-widening endeavor meets a unique obstacle with a cherished Hanuman idol. Heavy machinery's attempts to shift the ancient statue from its temple location have been futile. In light of this, officials are seeking guidance from archaeologists for a careful relocation strategy. Until then, the idol stays protected by a temporary canopy while devoted locals assemble, perceiving the incident as deeply spiritual.
- indiatimes.com18:42first to report
Ujjain: In the holy city’s bustling Bada Sarafa market, an eight-foot Hanuman idol stands wrapped in a waterproof tent, unmoved and immovable. And in refusing to budge, it has brought municipal engineers, archaeologists and a road-widening project to a standstill.
Wed, 9 September 2026
1 report- newsx.com08:04
A 1,000-year-old idol at Ujjain’s Khade Hanuman Temple did not move despite 10 days of efforts, prompting IIT Indore experts to assess its structure.