Vandalism and desecration of idol at Gorakhnath Temple on Girnar Mountain in Gujarat !

Devotees express outrage!

Karṇavati (Gujarat): Unknown miscreants vandalized the Gorakhnath Temple located on Girnar Mountain in Junagadh district of Gujarat. The marble idol’s head was severed, and damage was caused to the glass door and other temple property. The incident reportedly occurred late at night on October 4^th, according to local police. Devotees have expressed deep anger and demanded strict action against the culprits.

🚨 Shocking Vandalism at Gorakshanath Temple, Gujarat 🛕

Murthi desecrated at the sacred temple atop Girnar Mountain (Junagadh) — the head of the marble vigraha was broken off; temple property damaged 😡

📅 Incident: Late night, Oct 4

🙏 Devotees outraged; demand strict action… pic.twitter.com/TZxxbwRcj6

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) October 6, 2025

1. Girnar Mountain in Gujarat is known as a sacred site associated with Deity Dattatreya and Guru Gorakhnath, the founder of the Nath sect. The vandalism took place at the Gorakhnath Temple, located at an altitude of 1,117 meters, provoking massive outrage among devotees.

2. Junagadh Superintendent of Police Subodh Odedra stated that the idol of Guru Gorakhnath was vandalized at the temple on Girnar Mountain. Police have launched an investigation following the complaint.

3. The mountain, also known as Revatak Parvat, houses many Hindu temples as well as Jain shrines. Devotees must climb nearly 10,000 stone steps to reach the summit. The famous Ambamata Temple is also located on this mountain.

Editorial Perspective

While attacks on Hindu temples continue almost daily, Hindus merely express anger, protest, and then remain silent. Yet, when the religious sentiments of Muslims are hurt, violent protests erupt nationwide with slogans like “Sar tan se juda” (beheading). Look at the recent ‘I Love Muhammad’ incident — it clearly shows this double standard. If someone says that the pitiable condition of Hinduism today is due to the apathy of Hindus themselves and their organizations across India, would that be wrong? It is time Hindus at least unite and raise their voices !