Unidentified individuals vandalized the idol of Goddess Durga at the Nampally Exhibition Grounds on Thursday, October 10, prompting a swift response from local authorities.

The incident occurred during the ongoing Devi Sharan Navaratri celebrations, a significant festival where the goddess’s idol is traditionally erected by the Exhibition Society and staff each year.

A team of police personnel from Begum Bazar conducted an inspection of the site following the vandalism.