Today, On 31st January, The Supreme Court declined to hear a PIL challenging VIP darshans at temples. While the court agreed that such special treatment should not be given, it stated that it could not pass orders on the matter. The judges acknowledged concerns over fairness in temple access. However, they emphasized that regulating religious practices is beyond their jurisdiction.
Two lawyers from the Bombay High Court filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police alleging discrimination against regular devotees at the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal. A viral video showed staff pushing regular visitors while VIPs were treated differently. The mistreatment of common people during the darshan of Lord Ganesha was highlighted, sparking concern over unequal treatment.
