Police File Complaint Against BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey and Manoj Tiwari for Allegedly Illegally Entering Baba Baidyanath Temple under Coercion
In the holy city of Deoghar, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey found himself in a contentious situation on August 2, 2025. An FIR was registered against him, along with BJP MP Manoj Tiwari and others, for allegedly violating entry restrictions at the Baba Baidyanath Temple during the sensitive religious month of Shravan[1][3][5].
The complaint, lodged by temple priest Kartik Nath Thakur, accuses the MPs and their group of forcibly entering the inner sanctum of the temple between 8:45 pm and 9:00 pm, a time when VIP/VVIP access was banned due to the large number of devotees[1][3][5]. The allegations also include causing a scuffle with police personnel, hurting religious sentiments, and obstructing government work[1][3][5].
In response to the FIR, Dubey has denied any wrongdoing. He emphasized his connection to the temple, stating that he is a trustee and a native of Deoghar[2][4]. Dubey, a BJP worker, also questioned how those who lodged the complaint were themselves allowed inside the sanctum sanctorum. He claimed to have attempted to court arrest, but his request was refused[2][4].
In a further development, Dubey has filed a privilege complaint under Article 105 of the Constitution against four senior Jharkhand officials — the chief secretary, DGP, Deoghar deputy commissioner, and superintendent of police. This move was in response to what he perceives as an abuse of power in connection with the FIR[2][4].
The incident has sparked political and local controversy, with Dubey stating that if he is put in jail, it would not deter him from fighting against the corruption and nepotism of Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand[2].
On Saturday, Dubey arrived at the Baba Baidyanath Mandir Police Station in Deoghar to surrender in response to the FIR against him[6]. The case continues to be a topic of discussion in the region.
[1] https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-and-manoj-tiwari-booked-for-forceful-entry-into-baba-baidyanath-temple-101663207431516.html [2] https://www.news18.com/news/politics/bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-files-privilege-motion-against-jharkhand-officials-over-fir-in-baidyanath-dham-case-3102063.html [3] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/baba-baidyanath-temple-in-deoghar-bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-books-for-forceful-entry/article65889807.ece [4] https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-files-privilege-motion-against-jharkhand-officials-over-baidyanath-dham-case/1975735 [5] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/baba-baidyanath-temple-in-deoghar-bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-books-for-forceful-entry-1847564-2022-08-04 [6] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/bjp-mp-nishikant-dubey-arrives-at-deoghar-police-station-to-surrender-in-baidyanath-dham-case-2805448
Politics and general news outlets have been covering the contentious situation involving BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, who was accused of violating entry restrictions at the Baba Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar. Dubie, along with others, was alleged to have forcibly entered the inner sanctum of the temple during the sensitive religious month of Shravan and caused a scuffle with police personnel, hurting religious sentiments, and obstructing government work. In the realm of crime and justice, Dubey has denied any wrongdoing but has filed a privilege complaint under Article 105 of the Constitution against four senior Jharkhand officials, accusing them of abusing power in connection with the FIR. The incident has sparked political and local controversy, with Dubey stating that he would continue to fight against corruption and nepotism in Jharkhand, regardless of potential legal consequences.
