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The issues put forth, also include the harassment of visitors by <em>sevaks<\/em> of the Temple. The Hon\u2019ble Supreme Court noticed that the issues raised, involve the enforcement of fundamental right under Article 25 and directive principles under Articles 38, 49, 51A (f) and (g) of the Constitution. The Court further observed <em>pilgrimage centers are of undoubted religious, social, historical and architectural importance, representing cultural heritage of our country. Millions of people visit these centers not only for tourism but for seeking inspiration for righteous values. <\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Having regard to the nature of the issue, Hon\u2019ble Court directed the District Judge, Puri, to submit a report on factual aspects of the matter including difficulties faced by visitors and deficiency in management. Further, the Administrator was directed to review arrangement of CCTV cameras; and ensure that no direct collection of offerings is made by any <em>sevak<\/em>. The State of Odisha was directed to constitute a committee to study the management of other important shrines. Hassle free <em>darshan<\/em> by the visitors and utilization of offerings for righteous objects was considered to be of prime importance by the Hon\u2019ble Court; hence, it was observed that the <em>sevaks <\/em>need to be compensated by legitimate remuneration as determined by the concerned Authority. Mr. Gopal Subramanium, learned Senior Counsel, was appointed as the <em>Amicus Curiae <\/em>to assist the Court. The matter is to be listed on 5-7-2018 for further consideration. [Mrinalini Padhi v. 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