Madras HC Dismisses PIL Against Opening Of Temples At Mid-Night For 'Western' New Year Celebrations [Read Order]

The Madras High Court recently dismissed a PIL against opening of Hindu temples at mid-night for 'western' New Year celebrationAccording to A.Ashvathaman, a lawyer, who approached the High Court, as per Aagama Rule, temple should be closed around 9 p.m., every day, after solemnising the "Arthajama pooja" and it should be opened between 4.30 a.m., and 6.00 a.m., which is called as...