Posing as devotees, HR&CE team catches Tiruchendur temple priests and staff seeking Rs 1,000 for VIP darshan in Tamil Nadu
TNN / May 29, 2026, 15:16 (IST)
During a surprise dawn inspection at Tiruchendur Subramania Swamy Temple, HR&CE minister S Ramesh, posing as a devotee, uncovered alleged demands of Rs 1,000 per person for VIP darshan. The minister confirmed priests and officials facilitated this practice, promising swift action against all involved.