A tense situation prevailed in Chennai’s Triplicane area after unidentified persons allegedly vandalised ongoing construction work at the entrance of a temple managed by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department.
The incident occurred at the Sri Renuka Parameswari Temple, where construction of a decorative entrance arch was underway following approvals and bhoomi pooja conducted by temple authorities. According to reports, the construction work had progressed substantially, and workers had dispersed for the day when a group of unidentified individuals allegedly arrived and damaged portions of the newly built structure.
Upon receiving information, representatives of Hindu Munnani and Bharatiya Janata Party reached the spot. By the time they arrived, the alleged vandals had reportedly fled. Hindu Munnani state spokesperson Ilangovan alleged that the vandalism was carried out deliberately to create religious tension. He claimed that some Muslims, who were not residents of the locality, had intentionally interfered with the temple construction with the aim of provoking communal unrest. According to him, the individuals did not raise objections through any legal or official channel and instead resorted to direct vandalism.
He further alleged that the individuals involved were outsiders to the locality and claimed they had chosen direct vandalism instead of pursuing legal remedies if objections existed. He stated that video footage of the incident was available and demanded strict legal action against those responsible.
Criticising the HR&CE Department for what he described as inaction, Ilangovan said no formal complaint had yet been lodged by the department. He added that a police complaint would be filed on behalf of the temple administration and local residents.
Police officials said they were aware of the incident and that an inquiry would be conducted based on the complaint and available evidence. Authorities said appropriate action would be taken after identifying those involved.
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