BJP alleges Arsalan encroached on temple land in Kasba; Kolkata Municipal Corporation conducts inspection

Kolkata, Nov 13 (UNI) A political controversy has erupted over allegations that the Arsalan restaurant in Kasba, in south Kolkata, has encroached upon an adjoining temple and is using its premises to store biryani containers. The BJP has alleged that the Shiva temple's original religious character has been compromised, while the restaurant authorities have denied the charges. A BJP leader said Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul had taken up the matter after receiving information about the alleged encroachment, following which police conducted an investigation. There are also plans to reinstall a Shivalinga at the temple. BJP leader Sandip Bandyopadhyay has…