Srinagar, March 22 -- A statue of BR Ambedkar was vandalised and defaced at Ambedkar Park in Srinagar in Uttarakhand's Garhwal, according to police officials.

Following the incident on Saturday, there is widespread anger among the public. Consequently, people associated with various organisations lodged a complaint at Srinagar Kotwali, demanding strict action.

Speaking exclusively to ANI, Deputy Superintendent of Police Anuj Kumar said that a complaint was submitted by the Bhim Army, after which the police immediately reached the spot and cleaned the statue.

He added that multiple teams have been formed to investigate the matter, and the probe is currently underway. He further stated that an intensive checking drive is also being carri...