Tiruchirappalli, Sept. 19 -- Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Minister S Ramesh has said strict action will be taken against anyone found involved in the alleged illegal encroachment and transfer of temple properties, irrespective of their political affiliation.

Speaking to reporters in Tiruchirappalli, the Minister said devotees and members of the spiritual community could approach the HR&CE Department with documentary evidence regarding alleged encroachment of temple properties during the previous DMK regime.

The Minister was referring to an ongoing case concerning a piece of land in Srirangam allegedly belonging to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and currently being used as a DMK party office. Police have r...