Lord Vishnu Idol Demolished in Border Area: Thailand Explains Security Rationale

Responding to international attention and a specific query from India, Thailand has provided an explanation for the demolition of a Lord Vishnu statue near its border with Cambodia. Thai authorities have clarified that the decision was rooted in security imperatives and the need for robust area management. They have stressed that the act was not an affront to Hinduism or any religious group. The statue’s removal is framed as a procedural step for ensuring border integrity and administrative clarity in a sensitive zone. This explanation seeks to de-escalate any potential religious conflict arising from the incident.