PIL in SC for reviewing wages of priests, sevadars and temple staff in state-controlled temples
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PIL in SC for reviewing wages of priests, sevadars and temple staff in state-controlled temples
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Sunday, 10 May 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Sunday, 10 May 2026 via the_hindu_policy
“Priests and temple staff are not getting even the minimum wage prescribed by the State for unskilled and semi-skilled workers. This is a systemic exploitation,” the plea said.