Karnataka to open temples from June 1

May 26, 2020 20:17

Temples in Karnataka that were closed for devotees for over two months due to the COVID-19 induced lockdown will be opened for public from June 1, State minister Kota Srinivas Poojary said on Tuesday.

"We have had discussions with the CM regarding Muzrai department, during which it was decided to

open temples from June 1," Poojary, the minister for Hindu religious institutions and charitable endowments (Muzrai), said.

Speaking to reporters after the meeting Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa, he said the plan is to allow all 'sevas' (rituals) at the temples once they open, but depending on the situation, they may limit it to a few.

"We will decide on it," he added.

According to him, as trains, flight services, vehicular movements have started, and hotels likely to resume shortly, several devotees have been demanding opening of temples to offer prayers.

"The temples will be opened to offer pooja and daily rituals, we are not permitting temple fairs and events," the minister said.

-- PTI

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