108 Divya Deshams book/ not-so-well-to-do-temples

[Guest guest]

I think the proposed book is a good start, as it may rekindle interest in

setting the stage for a better care of the 108-Dds. Perhaps the book could

include a survey of the state of the Dds. This should also indicate the extent

of work needed and how well the place is d by the local residents.

Are they live or just decaying monuments?

 

Perhaps KS can suggest the publishers of the book to include this information

and thus enhance its utility. I have heard that the present Chief Minister of

Tamil Nadu is keen on restoration of religious places. To be really effective

projects like this should have the blessings of the pudaris (our humble and

modest politicians!) and the Pariahs (Sarkari Brahmins). The book also should

stress the Alzhwaars ancestory as many of them were of under previlaged

castes. Let us hope the Pudari-Pariah-Prapatti(net work) gets the job done.

 

Note:Tirumalai cash collections are approximately $60 million/year!

-K. Sreekrishna