In a shocking incident from Sangareddy district, police arrested a temple priest for growing ganja plants inside temple premises. The plants were hidden among marigold flowers within the temple compound. The discovery stunned local residents and devotees.
Acting on secret information, officials conducted a raid at the temple. During the search, police seized ganja worth nearly Rs 70 lakh. The priest was arrested on the spot, and authorities have started a wider investigation.
A temple is seen as a space for peace, faith, and mental relief. People visit such places to step away from daily stress and connect with God. The belief in purity and trust forms the foundation of these sacred spaces.
A priest usually commands deep respect in society. Many see him as a link between God and people. His role in prayers, bhajans, and rituals builds faith and emotional dependence among devotees.
When a sacred place is misused for personal gain, it raises serious concerns. Such acts damage the sanctity of religious spaces. They also weaken public trust built over generations.
Many people approach priests for guidance to escape addictions and harmful habits. If the same individual secretly promotes illegal activity, it becomes a deep betrayal. The incident has left devotees questioning faith and responsibility.
బంతి పువ్వుల మొక్కల్లో గంజాయి మొక్కలు పెంచుతున్న పూజారి
సంగారెడ్డి జిల్లా నారాయణఖేడ్ మండలంలోని పంచగం గ్రామంలో దేవాలయ ప్రాంగణంలో బంతి పువ్వుల మొక్కల్లో గంజాయి మొక్కలు పెంచుతున్న పూజారి
పూజారిని అరెస్ట్ చేసి రూ.70 లక్షల విలువైన గంజాయిని స్వాధీనం చేసుకున్న పోలీసులు pic.twitter.com/LdGj3DNtwz
— Telugu Scribe (@TeluguScribe) January 31, 2026
