Patna, Dec 18 || A major and sensational theft has been reported from Gopalganj district in Bihar, where unknown thieves carried out a large-scale robbery at the renowned Thawe Durga Temple, one of the most revered religious sites in the region.
The incident has triggered widespread anger among devotees and raised serious concerns over temple security.
According to temple authorities and local devotees, the thieves broke into the temple late Wednesday night and stole the gold and silver crown, necklace, umbrella, and other valuable ornaments adorning the idol of Goddess Durga. The accused also broke open a locker inside the temple premises to carry out the theft.
Superintendent of Police Avdhesh Dixit confirmed that the incident took place between 11.30 p.m. and 12 midnight.
“Two unidentified thieves, wearing masks, entered the temple from the rear side using a ladder. The accused were carrying a cutter, which they used to break the temple lock before stealing the ornaments. After committing the theft, they fled through the same route,” Dixit said.