TASMAC outlet near Girivalam Path among 31 shops closed in Vellore, nearby districts
The Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited (TASMAC) has permanently closed 31 outlets in Vellore and nearby districts, including one near the Girivalam Path in Tiruvannamalai. This decision follows a directive from Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to shut down shops located within 500 meters of places of worship and educational institutions. The closures aim to enhance safety for devotees, particularly women and the elderly, as they navigate areas near temples.
- ▪An outlet near the Girivalam Path was among 31 TASMAC shops closed in Vellore and surrounding districts.
- ▪The closure was prompted by complaints regarding the safety of devotees passing through the area.
- ▪Tiruvannamalai district saw the highest number of closures, with 20 outlets shut down.
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An outlet of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited (TASMAC) near Girivalam Path of Arunachaleswar temple in Tiruvannamalai was among 31 outlets that were permanently closed in Vellore, Ranipet, Tirupattur, and Tiruvannamalai districts.It comes after The Hindu reported on May 18, highlighting the plight of devotees in using the Girivalam Path near the temple, as they have to pass through the outlet in the area. This was the only outlet that was closed in Tiruvannamalai town. “Steps to shut down the outlet near the path is a welcome measure as devotees including women and older people can walk safely,” said S. Keerthana, a resident.The closure of outlets comes after Chief Minister C.
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