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October 10, 2025

Devotees visiting the Arunachaleswarar temple in Tiruvannamalai have found an unconventional way to bypass long waiting times for darshan: purchasing spiritual books.

- HD Bureau

Introduced by the temple administration two months ago, the ‘book-for-darshan’ system has gained popularity among temple-goers seeking quicker access to the presiding deity. The scheme has also proven to be a profitable venture

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