Summary
- The Madras High Court has directed the demolition of a community hall converted into a place of worship without prior approval from the Collector.
- The Court upheld the Collector's refusal to sanction the conversion, citing concerns from revenue and police reports regarding potential public-order issues.
- This ruling emphasizes the necessity of obtaining official permission for such conversions to maintain community harmony.
- The decision could set a precedent for similar cases involving land use and religious structures in the region.
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