Madurai | December 4, 2025 — Tensions flared at the Subramaniya Swamy Temple in Thiruparankundram on Wednesday as a dispute over lamp-lighting rituals escalated into chaotic scenes. Devotees and temple authorities clashed over traditional practices, leading to temporary disruption of worship activities and intervention by local law enforcement.
Police officials stated that the situation has been brought under control, with security personnel deployed to maintain order and prevent further escalation. Temple authorities appealed for calm, urging devotees to respect rituals while awaiting resolution of the ongoing dispute. The incident has reignited debates over religious customs, management of temple practices, and community harmony in the region.
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