At Doda (Jammu-Kashmir), an unknown person vandalised the Idol of Deity Shiva

Despite the 8^th temple being vandalised within 2-3 months in the State, no arrests were made

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The intention underlying the display of this image is not to hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus, but to make them comprehend the denigration –  Editor, Dainik Sanatan Prabhat

Doda (J&K) – A vandalism incident took place at the Shiva temple by unknown individuals. The hands and feet of the Idol of Deity Shiva in this temple were cut off. Among the local Hindus, this temple is known as Chhota Mani Mahesh. Police have investigated this matter and have registered a case. The temple is located 10 kilometres from the main road.

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The intention underlying the display of this image or video is not to hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus, but to make them comprehend the denigration –  Editor, Dainik Sanatan Prabhat

A protest will be held outside the Lieutenant Governor’s residence – A warning from Hindu organisations

Following the incident, Hindu organisations staged protests and burnt effigies of the State’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and the Central Government. These protesters said that over 8 Hindu temples were vandalised in Jammu and Kashmir in the last 2-3 months, but till now the Police have not been able to arrest any of the accused. (Such inefficient Police should be sacked – Editor) This has created an outcry among Hindus. The Central Government should not force us to protest more severely. If such incidents had happened in connection with places of worship of other religions, immediate action would have been taken. If the temple vandals are not arrested, we will protest outside the Lieutenant Governor’s residence, Hindu Organisation warned.

Earlier, Lakshminarayan temple was vandalised on 8^th April, Vasuki temple on 5^th May and Hanuman temple on 11^th July. Even then Hindu organisations had protested. The Police had promised to arrest the accused immediately.

Editorial viewpoints

• This shows that Jihadi terrorists and fanatics still control Jammu and Kashmir.
• The Kashmir problem is primarily a religious one, so as long as its roots are not struck and uprooted, that problem will continue to exist.