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Man in Custody After Allegedly Striking Santoshi Mata Idol in Dilsukhnagar Temple
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News18•02-10-2026, 20:25
Man in Custody After Allegedly Striking Santoshi Mata Idol in Dilsukhnagar Temple
- •A man identified as Mohammed Ansari was taken into custody for allegedly striking the Santoshi Mata idol with a stick at a temple near Dilsukhnagar Bus Depot.
- •The incident reportedly occurred in the presence of devotees and the temple priest, with Ansari allegedly raising "Allahu Akbar" slogans.
- •Hindu organizations and BJP leaders protested near Dilsukhnagar Bus Stand, demanding action.
- •Police were alerted via Dial 100 and promptly took Ansari into custody.
- •According to LB Nagar DCP, Ansari is currently undergoing mental health treatment, and further investigation is underway.
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A man identified as Mohammed Ansari allegedly entered the Santoshi Mata Temple near the Dilsukhnagar Bus Depot, raised slogans, and struck the deity's idol with a stick. The temple priest and devotees immediately caught him and alerted the police.
Following the incident at the temple, some Hindu organizations and BJP leaders gathered near the Dilsukhnagar Bus Stand to stage a protest demanding action.
According to the LB Nagar DCP, the accused Mohammed Ansari is currently undergoing mental health treatment. Police noted that they have obtained details regarding the medical treatment he is receiving while further investigation remains underway.
