Daijiworld Media Network - Raichur (SP)
Raichur, Apr 24: It is surprising that in spite of the government issuing clear instructions against holding them and enforcing lockdown rules, worships, mass prayers etc continue to be performed in certain temples.
In one such occasion, 'Maha Rudra Yaga' fire sacrifice was performed at Lord Mallikarjuna temple located on the hill in Maski town in the distinct. The aim of this oblation was to root out coronavirus from the earth.
Vara Rudramani Shivacharya Swamiji of Gatchina Math was the celebrant of this fire sacrifice. Former MLA Pratap Gowda Patil, and his well-wishers and supporters took part in the ritual and offered prayers to God. More than 30 persons including Pratap Gowda took part in the Yaga held in the front yard of the temple.
The supporters of the former legislator neither wore masks nor maintained social distance. Even though there is no provision to offer collective prayer in temples, the former legislator was seen violating lockdown rules with impunity and taking part in the religious programme.