Ludhiana, July 20 -- Tension gripped the Haibowal area on Sunday night after a man reportedly entered a temple, tried to tamper with idols and fled after being confronted by residents.

The incident occurred late at night and has triggered outrage among local residents and members of Hindu organisations, who have demanded strict action against the culprit.

According to Subhash Chander, president of the temple committee, the incident came to light when his wife reached the temple to close its doors for the night, as part of the daily routine. She raised the alarm after she found an unidentified man attempting to damage an idol and trying to take away religious items. Residents from the neighbourhood rushed to the temple following which th...