Why Communal Tension in Tamil Nadu’s Thiruparankundram is Another Warning Signal

Sekar Palanisamy and Edgar Kaiser

The Tamil Nadu government's silence on the matter only adds to the disconcerting scenario, highlighting the need for public attention and unity.

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The core issue

Tensions Rise in Thiruparankundram

Recent controversies over the ownership and religious practices on the hill have led to growing friction between communities.

The historically peaceful town of Thiruparankundram, located in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai district, is now at the centre of rising communal tensions. For over two centuries, Hindus, Muslims, and Jains have coexisted in this sacred space. However, recent controversies over the ownership and religious practices on the hill have led to growing friction between communities.

Pilgrim town in Madurai district tensed, security heightened

To prevent any violence in the region, authorities have clamped prohibitory orders and additional police personnel have been deployed to monitor the entire pilgrim town round the clock

The police have denied permission for public meetings organised by religious and political groups, citing the prohibitory orders imposed in town. (HT photo)