The group began their actions on Tuesday, removing statues from several temples including the idol of the spiritual leader at the Bada Ganesh temple in Lohatia. They placed statues outside the temples

However, the campaign has sparked strong reactions from Sai Baba devotees and temple authorities. Samar Ghosh, the priest of a Sai Temple in the Sigra area of Varanasi, criticized the move, saying, "Such acts are not right. They will hurt people's faith and spread discord in society."

Sanatan Rakshak Dal launched a campaign to remove Sai Baba statues. Priests allege such practices are not 'sanctioned' by Hindu scriptures.

The Sanatan Rakshak Dal has already removed Sai Baba statues from multiple temples and has vowed to continue their reclamation project

Police detained Sharma for breaching peace after he announced the removal of Sai Baba idols from multiple temples, raising concerns.

The removal of Sai Baba statues from Varanasi temples by Hindu nationalists has sparked controversy over religious inclusion and practices.

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A controversy has erupted in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, over the installation of Sai Baba idols in temples. As of now, idols of Sai Baba have been removed from 14 temples, including the prominent Bada Ganesh Mandir.