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Somnath Temple Anti-Encroachment Drive: 9 Illegal Mosques, Dargahs Demolished; 102 Acres Land Worth Rs 320 Cr Freed
The Gujarat government has taken a significant step against encroachments, particularly regarding government land near the Somnath Temple, which has suffered from illegal constructions for years. Over fifty buildings and religious sites had been erected on this land. To restore the area and enhance the grandeur of the Somnath Temple, the government launched a major campaign to demolish all illegal encroachments.
The Gujarat government has taken a significant step against encroachments, particularly regarding government land near the Somnath Temple, which has suffered from illegal constructions for years. Over fifty buildings and religious sites had been erected on this land. To restore the area and enhance the grandeur of the Somnath Temple, the government launched a major campaign to demolish all illegal encroachments.
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