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A Durga idol in Kolkata in which the 'Mahisasura' was replaced by a crudely-crafted Mahatma Gandhi-look alike created controversy on the birth anniversary of the father of the nation.

Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha, organisers of the puja near Ruby Crossing in southwest Kolkata, changed the appearance of the idol that looked like Gandhi following instructions from the police after a complaint was lodged. The organisers said the similarities were “just a coincidence”.

According to mythology, Goddess Durga slew Mahusasur in an epic battle to end his evil reign.

A Durga idol in Kolkata in which the ‘Mahisasura’ was replaced by a crudely-crafted Mahatma Gandhi-look alike created controversy on the birth anniversary of the father of the nation.

Idol at Ruby Crossing shows goddess conquering the demon that is portrayed as a bald man in dhoti with spectacles and a walking stick

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West Bengal Forest Minister Rajib Banerjee​ escapes unhurt as mini truck hits his car West Bengal Forest Minister Rajib Banerjee had a close shave as a mini truck hit his car in Kasba area of Kolkata. Share Via Email   |  A+A A- By PTI KOLKATA: West Bengal Forest Minister Rajib Banerjee had a close shave on Sunday as a mini truck hit his car in Kasba area of Kolkata, police said. The minister escaped unhurt but his driver suffered minor injuries in the mishap. The driver of the mini t...