In Brief:
- A nearly 150-year-old Lord Shiva temple located in Muliram Tola of Ratua-I Block collapsed into the Ganga River.
- The structure had faced severe erosion threats since the previous year, with temporary protective work delaying its destruction.
- Surging water levels and heavy inflows from Bihar aggravated flooding and riverbank erosion across the district.
- Local villagers and devotees were left in deep distress as the ancient landmark disappeared into the river.
A historic, nearly 150-year-old Lord Shiva temple in West Bengal's Malda district was completely swallowed by the Ganga River following intense riverbank erosion and worsening flood conditions. Located in Muliram Tola under the Ratua-I Block, the ancient structure had been under threat of erosion for over a year, with local authorities relying on temporary protective measures to keep it standing.
As water levels surged due to heavy upstream inflows from Bihar, a large section of the riverbank gave way, causing the temple to vanish into the river on Sunday evening. The collapse has triggered widespread panic and sorrow among local residents and regular devotees, who watched helplessly as the cherished cultural landmark disappeared.
