Through the Reader lens — The Mysuru district administration in Karnataka has ruled out considering recommendation letters for private vehicle entry to Chamundi Hills during Ashada Fridays, the peak pilgrimage period at the Chamundeshwari Temple. Previously, letters from officials or political figures could secure preferential access, adding to congestion on the already narrow hill routes. The administration says the move is to manage devotee traffic more fairly and safely during the high-volume Fridays of the Ashada month. Both The Hindu and its Karnataka edition report the decision as a firm cutoff, with no exceptions indicated for letters already issued. The change primarily affects visitors who had banked on such letters to avoid parking limits or shuttle requirements at the foothills. It is unclear whether alternative paid entry, VIP quotas, or expanded shuttle services will be announced to absorb the displaced demand. Residents and temple trusts may push back if they feel routine access becomes harder without any formal replacement.