HR&CE Department invites applications for appointment of non-hereditary trustees in 214 Tamil Nadu temples

The Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department has invited applications for non-hereditary trustee positions across 214 temples. The initiative aims to improve transparency in the management of state-controlled religious institutions.
Why it matters
This move impacts the governance and administration of significant cultural and religious sites in India, affecting local community oversight.
Seeking to ensure transparency in the appointment of non-hereditary trustees for 214 temples under its control in Tamil Nadu, the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department has issued a notification inviting applications. The temples include the Palani Dhandayuthapani Temple and the Samayapuram Mariamman Temple.
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