Temple order justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

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Form board of trustees for Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple within four months: Madras HC

The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.



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MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government and the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to complete the process of constituting the Board of Trustees for the temple within four months.

A bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

However, the government counsel submitted that necessary notification has been issued
[04/03, 14:38] Meta AI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government and Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to form a Board of Trustees within four months. This decision follows a PIL filed by advocate B Ramkumar Adityan, alleging delays in the process despite earlier court orders to expedite it. The court instructed authorities to widely publicize the process in media and on the temple’s official website. ¹ ²

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Form board of trustees for Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple within four months: Madras HC
The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.(File photo | Express)
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MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government and the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to complete the process of constituting the Board of Trustees for the temple within four months.

A bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

However, the government counsel submitted that necessary notification has been issued inviting applications, and they were unable to proceed further as only one application has been received so far. The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.

Adityan stated in the petition that the tenure of the previous board was over in August 2024. Instead of taking steps to constitute a new board, the government is carrying out the administrative functions of the temple by appointing a fit person, he alleged.

Stating that the absence of the Board of Trustees may lead to financial irregularities and mismanagement and erode public trust, Adityan moved the Madras High Court.Tamil Nadu
Form board of trustees for Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple within four months: Madras HC
The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.(File photo | Express)
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MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government and the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to complete the process of constituting the Board of Trustees for the temple within four months.

A bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

However, the government counsel submitted that necessary notification has been issued inviting applications, and they were unable to proceed further as only one application has been received so far. The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.

Adityan stated in the petition that the tenure of the previous board was over in August 2024. Instead of taking steps to constitute a new board, the government is carrying out the administrative functions of the temple by appointing a fit person, he alleged.

Stating that the absence of the Board of Trustees may lead to financial irregularities and mismanagement and erode public trust, Adityan moved the Madras High Court.
[04/03, 14:38] Meta AI: Noted—HC gave four months to form Tiruchendur temple Board of Trustees, with wider publicity for applications.
[04/03, 14:38] sekarreporter1: Tamil Nadu
Form board of trustees for Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple within four months: Madras HC
The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.(File photo | Express)
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MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government and the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to complete the process of constituting the Board of Trustees for the temple within four months.

A bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

However, the government counsel submitted that necessary notification has been issued inviting applications, and they were unable to proceed further as only one application has been received so far. The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.

Adityan stated in the petition that the tenure of the previous board was over in August 2024. Instead of taking steps to constitute a new board, the government is carrying out the administrative functions of the temple by appointing a fit person, he alleged.

Stating that the absence of the Board of Trustees may lead to financial irregularities and mismanagement and erode public trust, Adityan moved the Madras High Court.Tamil Nadu
Form board of trustees for Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple within four months: Madras HC
The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.(File photo | Express)
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04 Mar 2026, 9:44 am
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MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Tuesday directed the state government and the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy temple administration to complete the process of constituting the Board of Trustees for the temple within four months.

A bench of justices N Sathish Kumar and M Jothiraman gave the direction while disposing of a PIL filed by an advocate B Ramkumar Adityan of Thoothukudi, alleging delay in the process, despite an earlier order passed by the court to expedite it.

However, the government counsel submitted that necessary notification has been issued inviting applications, and they were unable to proceed further as only one application has been received so far. The judges directed the authorities to give wide publicity both in the media and on the official website of the temple and complete the entire process within four months.

Adityan stated in the petition that the tenure of the previous board was over in August 2024. Instead of taking steps to constitute a new board, the government is carrying out the administrative functions of the temple by appointing a fit person, he alleged.

Stating that the absence of the Board of Trustees may lead to financial irregularities and mismanagement and erode public trust, Adityan moved the Madras High Court.
[04/03, 14:38] Meta AI: Same order confirmed—HC wants the Tiruchendur temple board in place within four months, with ads/publicity to get enough applicants.