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Kanchipuram continues to be a major spiritual hub, known for the Kanchi Kamakshi Temple and the Kailasanathar Temple , but the Devanathan scandal remains a somber chapter in its modern history.
: Following these allegations, legal proceedings were initiated, including the filing of First Information Reports (FIRs) under various sections of the Indian Penal Code. Kanchipuram Temples Today
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, some lasting up to 90 minutes, showing the priest taking breaks from religious rites to engage in these acts. Legal Proceedings Arrest & Surrender
The case caused a significant stir in the temple town, leading to local protests and the excommunication of the priest by his community.
In some instances, social media users have merged different clips from various locations to create "fake news" or sensationalized content about specific priests.