Guwahati, July 18 -- Guwahati Police on Saturday detained two youths for allegedly defacing a public wall while creating a portrait of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk.

The incident came to light when a police patrol noticed the pair working on a wall near the road leading to the Jyoti-Bishnu International Auditorium on Friday night.

During questioning, the youths reportedly admitted they were painting Wangchuk's portrait, which remained unfinished when they were stopped.

Police shifted both of them to Dispur Police Station and registered a case in connection with the incident. Officials said the two would be released after completing the legal formalities, including the issuance of a notice.

Meanwhile, investigators have opened anothe...