Tamil Nadu Bans Smartphones In 52 Major Temples, Devotees To Pay ₹5 To Deposit Phones
ABP Live3h ago1 newsroom
The Tamil Nadu government has barred devotees from carrying or using smartphones inside 52 major temples across the state, with the new rules coming into effect from Tuesday. Devotees arriving with smartphones will have to deposit them at designated counters and pay a fee of ₹5 per phone. However, mobile phones without cameras will continue to be allowed…
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Why it matters
Devotees visiting these temples must now surrender smartphones at entry, paying a fee, or leave them behind entirely, changing the practical experience of worship at these sites.
Most affected
Devotees visiting the 52 affected temples — Must deposit smartphones or be barred from carrying them during worship.
Likely next
Whether temples enforce the ban consistently and how many devotees comply or choose not to enter.