The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court dismissed a petition filed by K.K. Ramesh, a member of the Hindu Dharma Parishad in Madurai, which sought intervention from the Central government and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) regarding the denial of permission for Hindu devotees to light lamps and conduct worship on Thirupparankundram hill. The court, led by Justices N. Sathish Kumar and M. Jothiraman, criticized the petition as a publicity stunt and warned Ramesh against such actions. The case raised concerns about perceived discrimination, as permissions had been granted for Ramzan celebrations while similar requests from Hindu devotees were denied. This ruling underscores the complexities surrounding religious practices and permissions in India, and the court's stance emphasizes the need for legitimate legal concerns rather than attempts at gaining public attention.