Archive · 26 May 2025
Man Arrested for Attempted Vandalism of Ambedkar Statue in Punjab
A man named Jagdeep Singh was caught and arrested in Hoshiarpur, Punjab for allegedly trying to damage a statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a famous figure in India.
Passers-by stopped him and handed him over to the police.
The police are now trying to figure out why he did it.
They've filed a report against him, including charges related to hurting religious feelings and criminal intimidation.
The police have also asked people to avoid spreading rumors while they investigate the case.
A man was arrested for allegedly vandalizing a statue of Dr BR Ambedkar.
The incident took place in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, in the Model Town area.
Passers-by apprehended the accused and handed him over to the police.
Police have registered an FIR against the accused.
The police are investigating the suspect's motives.
- Who
- Jagdeep Singh was arrested.
- What
- Man arrested for vandalizing Ambedkar statue.
- When
- Incident occurred on Sunday.
- Where
- Hoshiarpur, Punjab, Model Town area.
- Why
- Police are questioning the suspect about the intentions behind the act.
- Accused
- Jagdeep Singh
- Target
- Ambedkar's statue
- Location
- Hoshiarpur, Punjab
- Incident Day
- Sunday
- Legal Action
- FIR registered