Ban mobile phones in temples: HC to TN Govt

The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu Government to implement a ban against the usage of mobile phones in temples across Tamil Nadu, “so as to maintain the purity and sanctity.”

Justice R Mahadevan and Justice J Sathya Narayana Prasad of the HC bench here gave the direction to the State Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment (HR&CE) Department on Friday while hearing a public interest litigation (PIL).

Petitioner M Seetharaman sought a direction to the authorities concerned to take effective measures to prohibit the possession and usage of android cellphones inside the premises of Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple at Tiruchendur in Tuticorin district in the State. It is one of the six abodes of Lord Muruga.