Temple authorities said the idols were crafted for Durga Puja and were destroyed after artisans left. The vandal broke heads and other parts of the idols. CCTV footage helped identify and capture the accused.

This marks the second such attack within a week. Earlier, miscreants damaged idols and stole a security camera from Shwarupdah Palpara Sri Sri Rakhha Kali Temple in Kushtia district. Authorities reported that electricity outages and light rain were exploited by the perpetrators.

The attacks reflect a growing trend of violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh since August 2024. Local leaders expressed fear ahead of Durga Puja celebrations. The interim government has faced criticism for failing to prevent such incidents and for controversial remarks against Hindu rituals.

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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the 84-kilometer stretch will cost ₹4,447 crore. This approval marks one of the biggest infrastructure decisions in recent months and is expected to strengthen trade and logistics in Bihar.

The project will connect Bhagalpur to key regional towns including Mokama, Barahiya, Lakhisarai, Jamalpur, and Munger. By enhancing transport efficiency, the corridor will reduce travel time and boost economic activity across the state.

With Bihar assembly elections approaching, the Bihar highway project approval has also sparked political debate. Analysts believe the move combines development priorities with a strategy to appeal to voters by focusing on infrastructure growth.

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