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Dileep Barred From Temple Event Amid Protests
15 Dec
Summary
- Actor Dileep removed from festival coupon event after protests.
- Objections arose from temple committee and Cochin Devaswom Board.
- Chief priest will now receive the first coupon for the festival.

Actor Dileep will not participate in the coupon distribution inauguration for the upcoming Ernakulam Shiva Temple festival, following significant protests. Objections were raised by both the temple's administration committee and the Cochin Devaswom Board, prompting the revision of event plans just before the scheduled ceremony.
Originally selected to receive the first festival coupon, Dileep's inclusion sparked strong opposition. This decision follows his recent acquittal in a controversial 2017 assault case. The temple committee had already announced Dileep as the guest, but swiftly altered plans upon facing internal objections and external concerns.
The chief priest has now been designated to receive the first coupon at the ceremony, which is proceeding as planned. All other arrangements for the annual festival, a significant community event, remain unchanged.




