100-year-old Hindu temple demolished in Pakistan’s Punjab
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How it spread - 6 original reports
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- Times of India03:39
A historic Hindu temple in Pakistan's Punjab province was demolished on August 21. Minority groups allege religious zealots targeted the site for adjacent madrassa land. The government claims torrential rains caused the temple's collapse. Demands for an investigation and restoration have been triggered by the incident. Local Hindu leaders express fear and call for government action against perpetrators.
Wed, 2 September 2026
2 reports- Times of India15:38first to report
India voiced deep concern over the reported destruction of a historic Hindu temple. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the vandalism against the century-old place of worship. India noted the apparent apathy of authorities and failure to protect the temple. The government called for a prompt and transparent investigation into the incident. Pakistan must take remedial measures to restore the temple and ensure minority safety.
- theindianawaaz.com22:00
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- siasat.com03:30
India on Wednesday, September 2, unequivocally condemned the reported destruction of a Hindu temple in the Narowal region of Pakistan.
Sun, 6 September 2026
2 reports- pakistantoday.com.pk18:09
Pakistan strongly condemns demolition of century-old mosque in Uttar Pradesh, calling it part of an “Islamophobic and Hindutva-driven campaign” to erase Islamic heritage. FO urges international community to act against the systematic persecution of Muslims and destruction of their places of worship
- pakistantoday.com.pk18:16
Authorities in India’s Uttar Pradesh demolished 150-year-old mosque inside Saharanpur Collectorate, sparking outrage over minority religious rights. The action followed September 4 court ruling, while political leaders and Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Arshad Madani condemned the demolition.