Bhānu Prakāsh Reddy Warns of Legal Action Against Insults to Hindu Deities and Traditions Bhānu Prakāsh Reddy, a member of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) board, issued a stern warning against any insults to Hindu deities and traditions, emphasizing that such actions would not be tolerated. He highlighted the increasing prevalence of derogatory remarks about Hindu deities on social media platforms and urged strict legal measures. Reddy stated that the TTD would file cases under Section 298 of the Indian Penal Code, which addresses offenses against religious sentiments, to address such violations. Reddy referenced a recent case involving actor Prakash Raj, who faced a lawsuit for allegedly making derogatory comments about Hindu deities. The case, which sought compensation of ₹100 crore, underscored his stance on holding individuals accountable for such remarks. He also criticized those who exploit religious sentiments for financial gain, accusing them of spreading "poison" against Hindu traditions through social media. The TTD board member clarified that temples are not secular institutions but sacred spaces for Hindu worship. He emphasized that employment and business activities within temples should be reserved exclusively for Hindus, reinforcing the idea of religious exclusivity. Reddy also raised concerns about the demographic composition of Shrishailam, stating that non-Hindu communities constitute half the population there. He called for nationwide discussions with experts, retired judges, and scholars to address these issues. Reddy urged the state government to take stringent actions against any attacks on temples, asserting that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) coalition remains committed to protecting Hindu traditions.#tirumala_tirupati_devasthanam #bhnu_praksh_reddy #prakash_raj #section_298 #shrishailam
