Tamil Nadu Minister Urges Special Chants During Kandasashthi

A Tamil Nadu minister has urged state-controlled temples to prominently feature traditional Tamil hymns during the Kandasashthi festival. Authorities specifically directed temple priests and Odhuvars to recite the Thirupugazh, Thirumurai, and Kandasashthi kavacham. This directive aims to promote classical Tamil devotional literature and preserve cultural heritage across regional religious institutions.