Tue Aug 05 08:57:27 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Uttar Pradesh Defends Bankey Bihari Temple Takeover in Supreme Court Amidst Mismanagement Concerns**

**NEW DELHI, August 5, 2025** – The Uttar Pradesh government has defended its ordinance to take over the management of the historic Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan, Mathura, before the Supreme Court, asserting that it has no intention of interfering with religious rights. The government stated that the ordinance is limited to secular activities and administration, with the goal of providing better facilities for worshippers due to increasing devotee numbers and alleged mismanagement of funds.

Additional Solicitor General K.M. Nataraj, representing Uttar Pradesh, highlighted the urgent need for improved infrastructure and administration, citing daily crowds of 20,000-30,000, which swell to hundreds of thousands on weekends.

Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the current temple management, strongly refuted claims of financial mismanagement.

The Supreme Court, headed by Justice Surya Kant, has been considering the ordinance after raising concerns about the state government’s haste in enacting it. Justice Kant suggested local administrative involvement and has allowed the temple management until Friday to consider the State’s suggestions.

The court previously expressed disapproval of the State’s use of temple funds for the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor project without explicit permission. Justice Kant urged both parties to find a way to resolve the dispute and develop the area in the interest of the devotees, emphasizing the economic importance of religious tourism.

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The article reports on the Uttar Pradesh government defending its ordinance to take over the management of the Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan before the Supreme Court. The government claims the ordinance is necessary to improve facilities and address alleged mismanagement, while the current temple management denies these allegations. The Supreme Court has expressed concerns about the government’s actions and is seeking a resolution that benefits the devotees and respects religious rights.

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