Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Police Detain Suspect After Terror Threat Graffiti Near Puri Temple
Someone wrote threatening messages on the walls near the Jagannath Temple in Puri, India, saying terrorists would attack.
The messages mentioned the Prime Minister and included phone numbers.
Police are investigating, checking security footage, and have detained a person.
The detained person, Raghunath Sahoo, is said to be mentally unstable.
The authorities are taking the threats seriously, increasing security at the temple, which is a very important and visited place for pilgrims from around the world.
Threatening graffiti found near Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, mentioning a potential terrorist attack.
The graffiti, written in Odia, referenced Prime Minister Modi and included phone numbers.
One person, identified as Raghunath Sahoo, has been detained in connection with the graffiti.
Police are investigating the incident, reviewing CCTV footage, and questioning the suspect.
Authorities are increasing security and vigilance at the temple, a high-security zone and a major pilgrimage site.
- Who
- One person, Raghunath Sahoo, has been detained; the investigation is ongoing.
- What
- Threatening graffiti found near Jagannath Temple, Puri.
- When
- Discovered Wednesday morning.
- Where
- Puri, Odisha, India, on the wall of Budhi Maa Thakurani temple.
- Why
- Under investigation; the motive is currently unknown; suspect is believed to be mentally unstable.
Public Security Concerns
Government Response
Security Effectiveness
Public Security Concerns
The graffiti has raised concerns about temple safety and potential security breaches.
Government Response
Authorities are taking steps to increase security, reviewing CCTV footage, and actively investigating the threats, including a review of past security recommendations.
- Location
- Puri, Odisha, India
- Target
- Jagannath Temple
- Threat
- Potential terrorist attack
- Incident
- Threatening graffiti
- Suspect
- Raghunath Sahoo (detained)
- Investigation
- Puri Police
Sources
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