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Tussle between communities for the legacy of Raja Mihir Bhoj

A statue of 9th-century ruler Raja Mihir Bhoj has become a point of contention between Rajputs and Gurjars in India, with both communities claiming his legacy.

Updated on: Aug 14, 2023, 22:48:53 IST

By Neeraj Mohan, KARNAL

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The inauguration was scheduled for July 20, announced by none other than Lila Ram Gurjar, the ruling BJP’s sitting legislator from Kaithal, Haryana. The demand is at least four years old; in 2019, the Akhil Bhartiya Veer Gurjar Sabha asked the name of Dhand Chowk in the town be changed to reflect “Gurjar Pratihar Raja Mihir Bhoj”, to mark the birth anniversary of the 9th century ruler.

The inauguration of a statue of Gurjar Pratihar Raja Mihir Bhoj in Karnal was fraught with tension. (HT Photo)

A time was fixed for 10 am on July 20, with Haryana education

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...Read MoreNeeraj Mohan is a senior journalist known for his in-depth reporting on political, agricultural, environmental, and socio-economic issues. Currently serving with Hindustan Times, he has a reputation for grassroots journalism and extensive field reporting. Over the years, he has also worked with The Tribune and The Sunday Guardian, covering politics, governance, farmer movements, rural distress, environmental challenges, and public policy issues in North India. Alongside political coverage, he is widely recognised for his human-interest stories that highlight the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people. His journalism combines factual analysis with on-ground narratives, making his work insightful, balanced, and closely connected to grassroots realities. Read Less

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