Jains protest in Delhi, Mumbai against decision to turn sacred site into tourist spot

Updated : Jan 03, 2023 17:14
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Editorji News Desk

The Jain community protested in Delhi and Mumbai on Sunday against Jharkhand government's decision to turn their pilgrimage site Sammed Shikharji into a tourist spot. 

Located in Jharkhand's Parasnath Hills, Shikharji is considered to be one of the most sacred sites for Jains. 

The protest against Soren govt's decision has been simmering for a few weeks with the Union Environment Ministry even asking the state govt to consider on priority the suggestions received from the Jain community.

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