Ranchi: Anti-social elements damaged temple located in front of DAV Public School in Bariatu police station area late on Sunday night.
Anti-social elements have also vandalized the statue.
The incident came to light on Monday morning, when the temple priest arrived to perform puja.
After this he informed the surrounding people and the police.
A crowd of local people has gathered at the spot.
After receiving information about the incident, the police also reached the spot and are busy investigating the matter.
Police are scanning the CCTV footage installed nearby.