The Madras High Court expressed confidence that divine blessings will support the development of a metro station, even if temple land is acquired. The judge stated that the metro project would benefit lakhs of people and hoped that God would show kindness toward this public cause. The court emphasized that such infrastructure projects aim to serve the greater good. The statement came amid debates over using religious land for public development.
Yesterday, On 1st October, The Madras High Court has ordered Tamil Nadu police to permit the RSS route march scheduled for October 6, emphasizing adherence to existing guidelines governing public gatherings. This ruling addresses petitions from RSS leaders challenging the police’s refusal of permission, reinforcing the balance between constitutional rights and state authority in managing public events.
On 7th of March: The Supreme Court has accepted a plea by priests of the Sri Veerabhadra Swamy Temple in Telangana, contesting the State’s control of temple administration. The plea challenges the Telangana Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act 1987, asserting it violates religious freedom. The interim relief involves a stay on appointing an executive officer pending the court’s decision.
