Ilaiyaraaja asked to leave Garbhagriha?
Incident Date
The incident occurred on December 16, 2024.Location: Srivilliputhur Aandal Temple in Tamil Nadu`s Virudhunagar district.
Purpose of Visit
Ilaiyaraaja visited the temple to release his composition "Divya Pasuram."
Accompanied by
Sadagopa Ramanuja Iyer and Sadagopa Ramanuja Jeeyar of the Sri Andal Jeeyar Mutt.
Request to Step Out
Ilaiyaraaja was asked to step out of the temple`s sacred chamber (garbhagriha) by the temple authorities.
Reason
The temple authorities stated that Ilaiyaraaja entered a restricted area not allowed to the public.
Response
Ilaiyaraaja complied and stepped out of the sacred chamber.
Public Reaction
The incident sparked controversy and allegations of caste-based discrimination, although the temple authorities denied these claims.
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