Meghalaya Hanuman temple vandalised in Shillong as idols and cash vanish overnight

Published on 10 May 2026

Thieves allegedly disabled CCTV before looting idols and ornaments

Unidentified miscreants vandalised a Hanuman temple in Shillong’s Garikhana early Sunday, stealing idols, silver ornaments and cash. Police say the attackers allegedly damaged CCTV cameras before ransacking the premises, triggering alarm among local residents. An investigation is underway, with authorities reviewing footage from nearby buildings to identify those responsible.

Hanuman temple in Shillong’s Garikhana was vandalised early Sunday
Idols, silver ornaments and cash were reportedly stolen
Miscreants allegedly damaged CCTV before the loot
Police investigating using footage from neighbouring buildings

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Meghalaya Hanuman temple vandalised in Shillong as idols and cash vanish overnight

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