News source: Times of India — In a landmark judicial development, the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department informed the Madras High Court about actions to remove commercial shops that had been established inside the historic Nellaiappar Temple precincts in Tirunelveli. The HR&CE official appeared before the court and confirmed notices have been issued and steps initiated to ensure the protection of ancient monuments and sculptures within the temple complex, which dates back centuries and is considered one of Tamil Nadu’s architectural treasures. The move reflects ongoing attention to preserving temple heritage, preventing commercial encroachments from damaging priceless art and temple structure, and upholding the sanctity of the sacred space.