Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Thakurgaon Md Mahbubur Rahman said stern actions will be taken against those involved in vandalizing idols in temples in three unions under Baliadangi upazila in the district.
Terming the attacks on temples and vandalism of idols as heinous acts, the DC said those who are carrying out evil acts to create unrest in the land of peace and communal harmony will be brought to justice soon.
DC Mahbubur Rahman along with superintendent of police (SP) and local public representatives visited the scenes on Sunday.
Talking to journalists after visiting the spot, the DC said no religions allow such heinous acts. The attackers must be brought to book.
Superintendent of Police (SP) Mohammad Jahangir Hossain said the attacks were carried out in a purpose-oriented way but who are involved in the incidents are yet to be identified.
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“We are trying to identify those involved in the incident. The truth will be revealed after investigation,” he added.
Fourteen idols of 14 temples in three unions under Baliadangi upazila were vandalized simultaneously in the early hours of Sunday.
Baliadangi Upazila Puja Celebration Parishad General Secretary Vidyanath Burman confirmed the incident.
Hindu Buddhist Christian Oikya Parishad, Puja Celebration Parishad and other organizations of Hindu community heavily condemned and protested against the attacks.
