Pradesh High Court’s Indore Bench delivered its landmark verdict recognizing Bhojshala as the temple of Goddess Vagdevi, revered as Maa Saraswati. Hours after the ruling, devotees gathered in large numbers inside the premises, offering prayers, reciting Hanuman Chalisa, and distributing sweets to mark what many described as a historic moment in their decades-long legal and religious struggle. Visuals from the complex showed men and women chanting devotional hymns, clapping in unison, and congratulating each other amid emotional scenes of celebration. Devotees were seen offering laddoos and sweets while expressing happiness over what they called the restoration of their religious rights. Many worshippers said the verdict had given them hope that regular worship at the site would now continue throughout the week instead of being limited to Tuesdays under the earlier court-monitored arrangement. Several members associated with temple committees and local Hindu organizations described the judgment as a victory achieved after years of legal battles, archaeological arguments, and public campaigns. Supporters of the verdict claimed generations had struggled to reclaim the identity of the Bhojshala complex and preserve its cultural significance. Emotional reactions from devotees reflected the symbolic importance the site holds for many Hindus who consider it the ancient seat of Maa Saraswati worship. The celebrations followed the court’s reliance on findings linked to the Archaeological Survey of India’s extensive survey, which reportedly documented temple-style architecture, deity carvings, and other historical features inside the disputed structure. While Hindu groups welcomed the verdict with prayers and festivities, Muslim organizations continued to oppose the ruling and announced plans to challenge the decision before the Supreme Court.
