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Caste row at Koodalmanikyam temple ends in resignation of employee

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He cites personal, health reasons for resigning from his ‘kazhakam’ duties. His appointment had led to opposition from the priests, who threatened to boycott rituals

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Caste row at Koodalmanikyam temple ends in resignation of employee

He cites personal, health reasons for resigning from his ‘kazhakam’ duties. His appointment had led to opposition from the priests, who threatened to boycott rituals

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Kerala temple staffer resigns amid caste discrimination row

An employee of the famed Koodalmanikyam temple in Kerala has resigned, citing personal reasons, following allegations of caste discrimination. Balu, a member of the Ezhava community, was recruited for 'kazhakam' duties, which involve preparing garlands and performing ceremonial chores. The resignation has sparked controversy, with the Devaswom Minister assuring support for Balu and criticizing the temple's 'tantries' for their stance. The temple…

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Koodalmanikyam temple staff resigns amid caste discrimination row

In the resignation letter, the employee, who was on leave following the controversies, cited personal and health reasons to quit the job

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Koodalmanikyam temple caste row: Balu quits, exposing fault lines in Kerala’s progressive identity

Irinjalakuda, Kerala: The caste row at the Koodalmanikyam temple in Irinjalakuda, Kerala, took a bitter turn when BA Balu, a member of the Ezhava community, ...

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Mathrubhumi broke the news in Kerala, India on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
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