Mysore/Mysuru, July 26 -- Concerns have surfaced over an alleged encroachment attempt on land housing the Gadduges (Memorials) of Sri Siddharoodha's disciples at 'A' Layout in Bannimantap, Mysuru.

Hindu activist Lohit Urs, along with Siddalingeshwara and Raghavendra of the Kollapuradamma Temple in the same Layout, submitted a petition to the Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) on Friday, urging swift intervention.

According to the petition, unauthorised activity was detected on Site No. 3, CV Road, where the Memorials stand. The petitioners stressed that the land belongs to the Government and its protection is both a public and administrative responsibility.

They demanded strong measures to prevent illegal encroachments by land mafias a...