Puranapul Darwaza map
Hyderabad: Mild tension prevailed at Puranapul Darwaza on Wednesday, January 14, night after unidentified persons allegedly vandalised a temple.
Locals who noticed the vandalism alerted residents, following which a mob gathered and staged a protest. Police reached the spot and prevented any outbreak of violence. Senior officials held talks with locals and the damaged portion of the idol was restored.
A heavy police force has been deployed at Puranapul and its surrounding areas.
Further details are awaited.
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