Archive · 5 Jun 2025
Vidyadas Baba Returns to Anjanadri Temple Priest Role
Imagine a temple that's been looked after by the same family for a long time.
The government wanted to take over the temple, but the family, led by Vidyadas Baba, said no.
They went to court.
The Supreme Court stepped in, agreeing Vidyadas Baba could stay as the main priest.
The court said he should continue the religious duties and stay at the temple.
This means the government's takeover plans are on hold.
The temple will keep doing its usual prayers, with special events and free food for visitors.
It's like the court saying, 'Let the family keep doing what they've always done.'
Vidyadas Baba has resumed his duties as chief priest of the Anjanadri Temple.
The Supreme Court issued a notice to the state government regarding the temple's control.
The court's order allows Vidyadas to continue religious practices and reside at the temple.
The state government attempted to place the temple under the Muzrai department.
A writ petition from Vidyadas is pending in the Karnataka High Court.
- Who
- Vidyadas Baba and the state government.
- What
- Vidyadas Baba resumed duties as chief priest after a Supreme Court order.
- When
- May 27, 2024 (Supreme Court order)
- Where
- Anjanadri Hill, Chikka Rampur village
- Why
- The Supreme Court intervened to halt the government's attempt to take control of the temple.
Vidyadas Baba's Family
State Government
Temple Management
Vidyadas Baba's Family
Vidyadas Baba and his family believe they have the right to manage the temple's religious practices.
State Government
The state government aimed to place the temple under its control via the Muzrai department.
- Temple Location
- Anjanadri Hill, Chikka Rampur
- Chief Priest
- Vidyadas Baba
- Court Involved
- Supreme Court of India, Karnataka High Court
- Legal Act
- Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions and Endowments Act, 1997
- Family's Involvement
- Over 120 years
- Religious Tradition
- Ramanandi