Ujjain, May 30 -- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anil Firojiya has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting permanent deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel at the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, citing its religious importance and the heavy footfall of devotees.

The anticipation of massive crowds, estimated at 20 to 25 crore devotees, during the 2028 Simhastha Maha Kumbh was also a key reason behind Firojiya's request for permanent CISF or CRPF deployment at the temple.

In a letter dated May 3, 2025, the MP from Ujjain-Alot highlighted the need for stronger security measures at the temple, which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and a major pilgrimage site for followers of Sanatan Dharma. Firojiya wrote...