Kochi synagogue arson case: What happened, and history of over 800-year-old structure
On October 12, 2026, a fire was intentionally ignited at the Blossom Nursery situated opposite Ernakulam’s Kadavumbhagam Synagogue, a building dating back more than eight centuries. The blaze began around 2:40 a.m., prompting police investigations into the arson. No injuries were reported, and officials emphasized the need to safeguard heritage structures.