The Madras High Court ruled that non-Hindus entering Agamic temples must affirm reverence for the deity and follow established customs. The court directed authorities to enforce temple entry rules strictly, cautioning against political displays that undermine religious traditions
Shri Ganga Sabha, the body managing Har Ki Pauri and Ganga ghats in Haridwar, has urged the Uttarakhand government to declare the Kumbh Mela area a restricted zone for non-Hindus ahead of the Ardh Kumbh in 2027.
