Mangalore, July 25, 2013 : Deputy Commissioner N Prakash has emphasized the need to protect the wealth in the religious shrines of Dakshina Kannada by making use of modern technology.
He was addressing a meeting of administrative officers of prominent temples of the district as per the directive of the Home Ministry.
The meeting discussed in length the various security measures to be taken by ancient temples and other shrines in the district.
The Deputy Commissioner informed the meeting that a comprehensive report would be submitted to the government if the temple authorities furnished the necessary information.
The meeting also discussed the issue of insurance cover as well as appointment of armed guards to the shrines. KA Dayanand, Additional DC and officials of the Religious and Endowment Department were present.