The episode has prompted a dispute over the handling of the heritage property. Yadav described the demolition as an affront to cultural legacy, while local authorities said the administration was not responsible.
Akhilesh Yadav criticises partial demolition of Bismillah Khan home
Akhilesh Yadav criticised the partial demolition of shehnai maestro Bismillah Khan’s ancestral home in Varanasi; officials denied government involvement.