A controversy has emerged after a video showing a young man dancing with a female companion to a cinema song inside the Jalakandeswarar Temple located within Vellore Fort went viral on social media.
The video, recorded in the form of a “reel,” has drawn criticism from various quarters, with concerns being raised over the appropriateness of such activities within a place of worship. The handle that is seen on the viral video seems to be from https://www.instagram.com/slomotpk_official/
However, the video is missing from the grid on his Instagram. Additionally, there is a photography tips video on his YouTube channel with the same female companion.
Members of Hindu Munnani have submitted a complaint to the police, seeking action against those involved in the incident, as reported in Tamil Getlokal. They have stated that engaging in such acts within a temple premises disrespects its sanctity.
Meanwhile, devotees have called upon the temple administration to implement stricter regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future and to ensure that the dignity of the religious site is maintained.
A few weeks ago, we had reported of women dancing at Thanjavur Bhrihadeeshwara temple in TN for Instagram reels.
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