Dress code implemented at Shri Ekvira Devasthān, Karla (Pune)

Entry will be denied if wearing revealing or body-exposing clothes
Commendable decision by Shri Ekvira Devasthān

(Dress code refers to regulations regarding attire to be worn when entering the temple)

Karla (Taluka Maval, District Pune) – The Shri Ekvira Devasthān Trust has decided to implement a dress code for devotees visiting Mother Shri Ekvira Devi for darshan. This temple is the kulaswāminī (family Deity) and a revered site for lakhs of devotees, especially from the Āgri and Koli communities. From 7 July, the dress code will apply to both men and women visiting the temple. It will also be applicable to shopkeepers and locals in the area. As per this decision, the Devasthān has clarified: “Devotees must wear traditional Indian attire when coming to the temple. If they wear revealing or body-exposing clothes, they will not be permitted to enter the temple.”

🚫 Dress Code at Shri Ekvira Devasthān, Karla (Pune)

Revealing or body-exposing clothes ❌ = No entry

✅ A commendable move!

Now it's time temples also focus on 🕉️ Dharma education — to help Hindus understand rituals, spiritual science & strengthen their faith 🙏📖… pic.twitter.com/acDLgndKz5

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) June 29, 2025

A meeting regarding this decision was held by the Devasthān Trust on 27 June. The decision was taken unanimously by all the members. The Trust stated that this decision was taken to maintain the sanctity of the religious atmosphere in the temple.

The meeting on the dress code was attended by Trust President Deepak Hulawale, Chief Trustee and Member of Parliament Suresh alias Bālyā Māmā Mhatre, Vice President Sagar Devkar, Secretary Navnath Deshmukh, Joint Secretary Mahendra Deshmukh, and other office-bearers.

Dress code regulations

For women: Saree, salwar-kurta, or other traditional Indian attire
For men: Dhoti-kurta, kurta-pyjama, pants-shirt, or any fully covering Indian traditional attire

Prohibited clothing

Western attire such as shorts, miniskirts, half pants, torn jeans, etc., are prohibited while entering the temple.

Editorial Perspective

Most temples in the state have now begun to take similar steps. In the same manner, temples should now begin efforts to impart Dharma education to Hindus. This will help Hindus understand the importance of their Dharma, the reasons behind religious rituals, spiritual science, etc., and strengthen their faith even more !