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Group of Nihangs Storm Gurdwara in Rudraprayag, Hold Sikh Devotee Hostage on Roof
Police said talks with the Nihang Sikhs have made progress as six remain on the rooftop and one has come down to speak with officials.
- On Saturday, June 20, 2026, a group of Nihang Sikhs occupied the rooftop of the Nagrasu Gurdwara in Rudraprayag, closing the door behind them and refusing to descend, sparking an ongoing standoff with authorities.
- Tensions originated from a June 16, 2026 clash in Karnaprayag, Chamoli, where four Nihangs were arrested following a dispute with local traders; the group now demands their release.
- According to Gurdwara committee member Sardar Beant Singh, the Nihangs arrived from Mohali around 4 pm Saturday demanding "50-60 rooms" for a protest; when management refused, the group allegedly vandalized the rooftop.
- Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Niharika Tomar stated one individual has descended from the rooftop and talks have yielded positive results, with the Gurdwara remaining operational and pilgrims freely entering.
- District Magistrate Vishal Mishra confirmed the Hemkund Sahib pilgrimage continues normally, with religious activities including "Ardas" and "Langar" proceeding as scheduled while law enforcement maintains a heavy on-site presence.
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Group of Nihangs storm gurdwara in Rudraprayag, hold Sikh devotee hostage on roof - The Tribune
A heavy police force was deployed at the scene following the standoff that began Saturday evening, and efforts were underway to persuade the six Nihangs holed up in the gurdwara to come down
·Chandigarh, India
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1 held hostage as 7 Nihang Sikhs take control of Uttarakhand gurdwara after clash
Seven Nihang Sikhs have occupied the Nagarasu Gurdwara in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district for over 30 hours, with one elderly sevadar still held hostage, amid tensions linked to the recent Karnaprayag clash between Sikh pilgrims and local residents.
·India
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Nihang Group Breaks Into Uttarakhand Gurdwara, Holds Sikh Devotee Hostage On Roof
A heavy police force was deployed at the scene following the standoff that began Saturday evening, and efforts were underway to persuade the six Nihangs holed up in the gurdwara to come down.
·New Delhi, India
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