Flagpole work at temple halted as Dikshitars protest

THE Chidambaram sub court on Monday issued an order halting the flagpole renovation at the Thillai Govindaraja Perumal Temple, located on the Natarajar temple premises, for 15 days.

The decision follows the objections raised by Podhu Dikshitars, who are up against the works initiated by the temple trustees with the support of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment (HR&CE) department.

The trustees of the Thillai Govindaraja Perumal Temple, on Sunday evening, began preparations to replace the flagpole in front of the sanctum with support from the HR&CE department. The Podhu Dikshitars gathered at the site, opposing the work due to ongoing legal matters concerning the temple's Brahmotsavam festival.