The Muzrai department Commissioner on August 14 had issued a circular directing all district administrations to stop funding for repair and development works of state-run temples, wherever 50 per cent of funds were granted and the works had not commenced or where funds were sanctioned, but not released.
Facing flak from various quarters including the opposition BJP, the Karnataka government has withdrawn the circular that stopped funding to state-run temples for development work.
Muzrai or Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department Minister Ramalinga Reddy clarified that the circular was issued due to “confusion,” and the government has no intention to stop any development or repair work at the temples.
He said he has asked both the Principal Secretary and the Commissioner of the department to immediately withdraw the circular.
