NationalSaturday, 3 October 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Madras High Court tells HR&CE and police to act against caste-based politics during temple consecration
The Madras High Court directed the HR&CE Department and police to prevent caste-based politics during temple consecration events.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In October 2026, Justice V. Lakshminarayanan of the Madras High Court directed the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department and the police to take action against anyone engaging in caste-based politics during temple consecration events.
Key specifics
- The order was passed by Justice V. Lakshminarayanan of the Madras High Court.
- The case concerned a kumbabishekam planned for October 25 at temples in Perambalur.
- The court noted that the temple had been under HR&CE control since 1976.
- The judge asked the department to ensure there is no discrimination based on caste, religion or colour.
- The police were told to stop any attempt to block participation by people from other communities.
Exam lens
TNPSC may ask this as a judiciary-polity question: court name, judge name, temple event, and the constitutional idea of non-discrimination. One-liner: The Madras High Court has ordered action against caste-based politics during temple consecration and stressed equal participation.