Madurai, June 8 -- On a two-day visit to this temple town, Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered prayers at the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple here on Sunday.

He was received at the temple entrance with the traditional 'Poorna Kumbham' honours by the temple authorities.

Mr Amit Shah spent about 30 minutes at the temple and had darshan at various sannidhis.

Tight security arrangements were made in all the four entry points of the temple.

Devotees were allowed entry only through three entry points after thorough check.

The Eastern Tower entrance was made out of bounds for public.

Mr Amit Shah, who landed here last night, was believed to have held a preliminary meeting with the State BJP leaders.

After visiting the temple, the master B...