Madras High Court Asks HR&CE To Take Action Against Trustee, Employees Who Shot Instagram Reel Inside Temple

The Madras High Court directed the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE) Department to take action against the trustee and employees of a temple for allowing an Instagram reel to be shot inside the temple premises. The court noted that the video, which went viral on social media, showed the temple in a disrespectful manner and violated the sanctity of the religious place. The judgment was delivered in response to a petition seeking action against those responsible for allowing the video to be shot. The court emphasized the importance of preserving the sanctity and dignity of religious places and directed the HRCE Department to conduct an inquiry and take appropriate action against the trustee and employees involved. The judgment highlights the need for strict regulations to protect religious places from misuse and ensure their sanctity is maintained.