Man Climbs On Idol Platform At Punjab Temple, Arrested
25 January
A man has been arrested for climbing on the idol platform at a temple in Punjab's Patiala. The incident, which comes days before elections in the state, has been condemned by leaders of several political parties, including Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi.
In the incident captured on CCTV camera, a man is seen standing in front of the platform for some time and appearing to pray. However, he suddenly climbs on the platform and runs towards the idol and touches it. People grab him and pull him aside.