Temple priests suicide selfie video creates sensation

A selfie video of a temple priest while committing suicide is creating a sensation in East Godavari district. A temple priest, identified as Mallikarjuna Sarma, posted a selfie video stating the reason for his suicide.

Sarma, who has been officiating as a temple priest in Kanupuru village of Korukonda Mandal, has been blamed for digging inside the temple for treasure trove and has been removed from service. He blamed the temple committee for removing him and consumed pesticide.

He was rushed to the hospital, where he died on Wednesday. In the video, he wanted stern action against those who made allegations against him and named them. The police are investigating.