Hindumunnani’s success story with Caveats regarding Sri Aranganathar Temple, Tiruchi
Title: Hindu Religious Organization Raises Concerns over Mismanagement at Prominent Temple
In a recent development, the renowned Thiruvarangam Sri Aranganathar Temple in Tiruchi has come under scrutiny due to alleged mismanagement by the temple trust. Hindu religious organization Hindumunnani has voiced several concerns about the temple's operations and practices, prompting a demand for immediate action.
Sri Bojaraju is involved in GHHF activities for more than a year. But he is very actively involved in many Hindu related issues. He worked very closely with Hindumunnani and their activities.
The foremost issue raised by Hindumunnani involves the presence of Christian nuns within the temple premises spreading their religious teachings and actively engaging in conversion efforts. Expressing their dismay at this infringement, Hindumunnani was successful in compelling the nuns to cease their Christian preaching within the temple.
In another troubling revelation, it has been discovered that the temple staff has been deceiving devotees by pretending to offer daily nivedyams, a ritualistic food offering to God. Hindumunnani members caught the staff red-handedly presenting empty vessels for the ritual, but they received no satisfactory explanation in response to their queries.
Furthermore, the temple administration neglected to address the presence of advertising materials bearing the brand name Aachi, which displayed conversion-oriented quotations. Following complaints from Hindumunnani, the banners were finally removed, signaling a temporary resolution to the matter.
The political influence within the temple also came under scrutiny, as certain government officials were granted special darshans (worship visits) during restricted timings. Hindumunnani, vociferously protesting this discriminatory practice, succeeded in persuading the temple authorities to put an end to such preferential treatment.
More alarming still, recent inspections carried out by Hindumunnani revealed significant cracks in the east gopuram (tower) of the temple. Despite being aware of the structural instability, the temple trust and the local community failed to take prompt action. The issue was flagged to higher authorities, but no tangible progress has been made so far. Tragically, on Saturday, August 5, 2023, the cracks worsened, leading to the collapse of stone pieces. Fortunately, as there were no individuals nearby, no casualties were reported.
Adding to the inherent risks surrounding the temple, there are two schools situated on the same street as the temple. Concerned for the safety of children who frequently roam the area, members of Hindumunnani approached the office of the vice president within the temple premises. However, they were merely informed that budget details had been submitted to higher government authorities, and pending approvals, the necessary measures would be undertaken. Frustrated by this response, a large-scale protest ensued, demanding immediate actions.
Following the afternoon protest, the temple authorities finally stepped forward and initiated the required remedial measures, responding to the urgent concerns raised by Hindumunnani
As this temple holds immense cultural, religious, and historical significance, it is imperative that effective measures are taken to address these concerns raised by Hindumunnani. By rectifying the mismanagement and safeguarding the well-being of devotees and surrounding communities, it is hoped that the sacredness and sanctity of Thiruvarangam Sri Aranganathar Temple will be restored.