Supreme Court Stalls Demolition of Controversial Temple in Madurai

The Supreme Court stayed the demolition of a temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, allegedly built without permission, following a plea by local residents. The Madras High Court had directed the demolition. Residents claimed they were not heard in court. The matter will return to court in eight weeks.

The Supreme Court on Friday paused the demolition of a temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, which was alleged to have been constructed without necessary permissions.

A bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Manmohan demanded a response from the local civic body following a plea from the Visthara Welfare Association.

The association argued they were not given a fair hearing by the Madras High Court, which had earlier ordered the temple's demolition noting the lack of legal permission.

(With inputs from agencies.)