Ashtadhatu idols worth Rs 1 cr robbed in UP

Jaunpur, Apr 2: Precious 'ashtadhatu' idols, estimated at Rs one crore in the international market, were spotted missing from a Shiv temple in Sujanganj area here today.

The incident came to light this morning after which police was informed, sources said. Besides, idols of Lord Shiv and Parvati, the decades old temple had idols of Lord Ram, Janki and Laxman that were found robbed.

Meanwhile, a man-hunt to nab the thiefs had been launched.

UNI