A minister from CM Vijay's cabinet, disguised as a devotee, caught a priest accepting money for darshan despite the recent suspension of paid darshan to ensure equal access.
Minister Ramesh was disguised as a devotee
May 29, 2026
04:03 pm
What's the storyTamil Nadu's Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR & CE) Minister Ramesh conducted a surprise inspection at the Tiruchendur Murugan Temple.
Disguised as a devotee, he exposed alleged bribery for "speed darshan" services. A priest and temple staff demanded ₹1,000 per person from him for quick access to the shrine.
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