Idols found damaged in temple

A few idols were found damaged in a temple near Periyanaickenplayam on the city outskirts early today.

Published: February 20, 2016, 5:39 PM IST

Coimbatore, Feb 20: A few idols were found damaged in a temple near Periyanaickenplayam on the city outskirts early today. The incident came to light when the priest of the Karupparayan Temple in Thirumalainaicken Palayam found the head and leg portion of a diety damaged following which he lodged a complaint with the police. Also Read:  Human hair worth around Rs 10 lakh stolen from Andhra Pradesh temple

Idols of Naga (snake) and Horse, where people take vow and make offerings for fulfilling their wishes, were also found thrown at a distance from the original place. Investigations were on, police said.

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