Fiat on installation of Vinayaka idols

TIRUNELVELI While installation of one-and-a-half-feet-tall Vinayaka idols in houses will be allowed, anyone installing the idols over this stipulated size in public places during Vinayaka Chathurthi c

TIRUNELVELI While installation of one-and-a-half-feet-tall Vinayaka idols in houses will be allowed, anyone installing the idols over this stipulated size in public places during Vinayaka Chathurthi celebrations will be booked as instructed by the government, Superintendent of Police N. Manivannan has said. Speaking to reporters here on Tuesday after handing over 51 recovered mobile phones, worth ₹ 7.67 lakh, to the owners here on Tuesday, he said the individuals could install one-and-a-half-feet-tall Vinayaka idols in their houses and immerse them individually without taking out any procession which had been banned during this pandemic. Those who would attempt to install idols above this size and take it in procession for immersion would be booked.