Dress code at temples: Decision to be taken after due deliberations, says Muzrai Minister

Team Udayavani, Jan 17, 2020, 12:23 PM IST

Bengaluru: Minister for Muzrai Kota Srinivas Poojary on Thursday said that the state government will deliberate on introducing a dress code for devotees visiting prominent state-run temples.

His remark comes in the backdrop of demands made by right-wing groups Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal to implementation of a dress code at the Kukke Subrahmanya temple in Dakshina Kannada district.

“Many organisations, as well as temple administrations, have proposed a dress code for devotees. The Dharmika Parishat meeting is scheduled to be held January 20-21, where we will discuss this and finalise,” Poojary said.

Further he added that the state government will not take any hasty decision owing to the pressure exerted by various groups. A decision will be arrived at only after due deliberations,” Poojary added.