Historians from Tamil Nadu tell TNM that the Adheenams have repeatedly embedded themselves with power centres, with caste playing a critical role in their history.
Madurai Adheenam seer, Gnanasambanda Desigar, has alleged that the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu was harassing him. He also said that his life was in danger. This comes a day after the seer said he would give his life to ensure the palanquin ritual, Pattina Pravesam, is conducted.