Kerala govt not seeking confrontation with HC, but needs more freedom to function: Devaswom Minister

Kerala Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan stated that the state government is not seeking a confrontation with the judiciary but requires more autonomy in temple administration. He expressed frustration over delays in the Sabarimala gold theft investigation.
Why it matters
It reflects the ongoing tension between executive governance and judicial oversight in Indian state administration.
Kerala Devaswom and Health Minister K Muraleedharan on Monday (July 13, 2026) said the State government was not seeking a confrontation with the judiciary, but required greater freedom to function, particularly in matters relating to temple administration.
The article reports on a government official's statements while providing context on the specific legal dispute.
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