This issue has led to court cases in the High Court and Supreme Court, with opposition leaders accusing the government of opposing faith and disregarding court orders, while the administration defended the shrine's status before the Supreme Court.
Political dispute in Tamil Nadu arises over Karthigai Deepam lamp customs
A political controversy in Tamil Nadu involves the Karthigai Deepam tradition and the lighting of the sacred lamp. The state government has opposed transferring the Tirupparankundram hillside to the Archaeological Survey of India, upholding the preservation of traditional practices.
