FIRs Filed Over Fake Kashi Claims, Opposition vs UP Government

A political storm has erupted over allegations of temple demolitions and insults to Hindu deities during redevelopment work at Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat. While the Opposition claims idols and temples were damaged, the Uttar Pradesh government says the visuals circulating online are fake and AI‑generated, registering multiple FIRs against those accused of spreading misinformation. With the Chief Minister stepping in and parties trading charges, the big question is - is Kashi really under attack, or is this an attempt to create disaffection and target Modi and Yogi through Varanasi?