In a shocking incident, the Adhiparashakti temple in the Pullanviduthi village of Pudukkottai district was exploded reportedly using explosives by unidentified miscreants.
The temple frequented by the people of the village and the surrounding area, has been left in ruins.
Preparations were underway at the temple on January 5, where a pavilion for special worship had been set up. More than 200 people were expected to attend the service.
On the morning of January 5, mysterious persons had detonated explosives inside the locked temple, as per a report by The Hindu Tamil. Devotees who had gone to the temple on Tuesday (January 5) found the temple in shambles and immediately notified the authorities.
The tiles of the roof were broken and missing. In addition to this, the floor was found to be damaged and there was debris found all over the floor. The deity was also found to be damaged.
A complaint has been registered with the police, seeking immediate action against the vandals. An FIR has been filed and an investigation is underway by the police led by Inspector Baskaran. This incident has caused widespread stir in the region.
It is noteworthy to mention that Tamil Nadu government had given the award for religious harmony to this town as all the communities come together during the annual Pongal festival.
(With inputs from The Hindu Tamil and Dhinasari)
(Image Credits: The Hindu Tamil, Dhinasari)