Mandir Vandalism in Raebareli: Miscreants damage murtis are Hindus

Mandir Vandalism in Raebareli: Miscreants damage murtis, steal bell from three temples in Jalalpur Dhai village

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 Created: 20 March, 2026 Last Updated: 20 March, 2026

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Raebareli: Tension gripped parts of Raebareli after alleged vandalism at three Mandirs in Jalalpur Dhai village, under the Gadaganj police station limits, sparked concern among local residents. According to police sources, unidentified miscreants targeted a Shiva Mandir, a Hanuman Mandir, and the Harshakani Devi Mandir, damaging murtis and disrupting the sanctity of the shrines.

Locals reported that the attackers not only vandalised the murtis but also scattered worship materials within the Mandir premises. In a particularly disturbing act, the murti of Radha Rani was found displaced from its designated place, while a Mandir bell was reported stolen. The incident quickly spread anxiety in the village, prompting authorities to step in to prevent any escalation.

Additional Superintendent of Police Sanjeev Kumar Sinha rushed to the spot with a heavy police contingent soon after receiving information. A detailed inspection was carried out, and officials assured residents that strict action would be taken against those responsible. Police have since launched a probe, examining local CCTV footage and questioning suspects to identify the culprits. Security has been tightened in the area to maintain peace.

Earlier in 2023, murtis were found vandalised at a Mandir in Meerut, leading to protests by local residents before police intervened and arrested suspects. Similarly, in Varanasi, instances of desecration and theft at smaller shrines have been reported over the years, prompting increased surveillance around religious sites. In another case from Mathura, Mandir property was damaged by miscreants, triggering a swift police response and heightened security in the area.

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AI Overview

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News reports from Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, confirm several incidents of 

temple vandalism and idol theft, but there are no reports of 200 statues being stolen in a single incident. The incidents that have occurred involved smaller numbers of statues or temple bells, and the arrested individuals have been identified with various backgrounds, including local youths and members of an inter-state gang. 

Specific incidents reported in late 2025 and early 2026 include:

• December 2025 Theft: Three valuable 200-year-old ashtadhatu (eight-metal alloy) idols of Lord Ram, Lakshman, and Sita were stolen from a Ram Janaki temple in Dalmau area. Police later recovered the idols and arrested four men: Ayush Trivedi, Shivank, Aman Kumar, and Abhishek Yadav.
• January 2026 Bell Thefts: An inter-state gang, including a woman, was arrested for stealing temple bells from several temples, including the Gauri Shankar Temple in Unchahar.
• February 2026 Vandalism: A local youth, identified as Kuldeep Yadav, was arrested for vandalizing the Gaurishankar Temple while in an inebriated state, a crime captured on CCTV.
• March 2026 Vandalism: Unidentified miscreants vandalized three temples in Jalalpur Dhai village, damaging idols and stealing a bell, sparking tension in the area. Police are investigating the matter. 

The individuals arrested in these cases have been identified by their full names in local news reports, with no mention of their specific religious affiliation being the central point of the crime or investigation, as these incidents appear to be motivated by theft or petty crime, not religious conflict.