After the murder, local residents gathered in large numbers and blocked NH-24 to demand justice for the slain youth. On Monday, the highway remained jammed for hours, severely impacting traffic movement.
"The idol is being replaced and the person responsible for the mischief has been arrested. Preliminary enquiry suggests that the person has mental health issues," Basirhat Police claimed.
In a tweet, Dilip Ghosh said, "In a shocking incident, the idol of Goddess Kali was vandalized at the Kali temple in Shankhchura Bazaar, under the jurisdiction of the Basirhat Police Station."
Reports say stone pelting and arson have happened. Many vehicles and shops have been vandalised. The violence reportedly started when the victory procession passed near a masjid.