Hyderabad, Feb. 10 -- Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has strongly condemned the attack on Chilkur Balaji Temple Chief Priest CS Rangarajan, describing it as an attack on the protection of Dharma rather than just an individual incident.

In a statement issued on Monday, Pawan Kalyan expressed deep sorrow over the incident, calling it unfortunate. "I am deeply saddened to learn that a mob attacked the chief priest of the famous Balaji temple in Chilkur, Rangarajan. This is an unfortunate incident, and I strongly condemn this attack," he said.

The Deputy Chief Minister emphasised that Rangarajan has dedicated several decades to safeguarding the heritage, traditions, and sanctity of temples.

He urged law enforcement authori...