WATCH: After 46 years, THIS sacred temple reopens with a heartwarming aarti

According to the latest reports presented by various online media sources, an ancient temple in Uttar Pradesh Sambhal district reopened after 46 years of closure. THE Bhasma Shankar Templeaged around 400-500 years, saw its first aarti on Sunday morning, bringing joy to devotees after decades of silence.
The temple was discovered during an anti-encroachment drive by the government to remove illegal structures in the Khaggu Sarai region. As reported by online media sources, authorities discovered the temple which had been hidden under layers of encroachment for years. They also discovered an old well buried beneath a ramp that had been built above it.
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Sub-divisional magistrate Vandana Misra said the aim was to reclaim public land. Following the discovery of the temple, the authorities decided to restore it to its original structure and ensure its proper preservation, as reported by various media sources.
The temple had been abandoned since 1978, when communal riots broke out in the region. Once an important place of worship for Rastogi Communitythe temple gradually fell into neglect and was invaded.
Located just a kilometer from the recently troubled Shahi Jama Masjid, the reopening of this temple has also attracted attention. According to online sources, the site is protected with adequate security arrangements, including police deployment and CCTV cameras.
Before reopening, volunteers carefully cleaned the temple and made arrangements for electricity. As reported by media sources, Acharya Brahm Shukla, who performed the first prayers, shared the need for a permanent priest to look after the daily worship and maintenance of the temple. For the moment, volunteers have been mobilized to manage the site. The reopening has brought happiness to many, especially those who have memories of the temple from decades ago.
District magistrate Rajendra Pensiya confirmed that the temple would be restored and returned to the community. According to media sources, the Archaeological Commission of India (ASI) was also contacted to contribute to the preservation of this historic site. Authorities are determined to ensure his legacy is protected and action will be taken against those who have encroached on the property.
The rediscovery and reopening of the Bhasma Shankar Temple marks a new chapter for this centuries-old site. For locals and devotees, it is an opportunity to reconnect with their history and faith, as efforts continue to restore and protect this precious part of Sambhal’s heritage.