Bantwal: A Mother Mary grotto at Kulal near Kolnadu in Bantwal taluk has been destroyed by unidentified miscreants. The grotto belongs to Vijayadka Church.

According to the available information, the grotto which was constructed in 1970, was demolished by miscreants on Thursday night, September 27th. The miscreants also installed some idols in addition to the buntings.

Vittal police have registered case and conducting investigation. More details awaited.