He is also first Indian Union Muslim League Member of Parliament in Loksabha from Tamil Nadu since S. M. Muhammed Sheriff (Periyakulam).
The controversy arose after Navas shared a social media post depicting individuals consuming biryani near the temple's foothills.
Critics, including BJP Tamil Nadu President K. Annamalai, alleged that he was encouraging sacrilegious activities by permitting non-vegetarian food near the sacred site.
[6] The situation intensified amidst ongoing tensions over incidents at the hill, including vandalism of ancient Jain caves and disputes regarding the site’s management.
Navas reiterated claims about the jurisdiction of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board over portions of the hill, which others regard as significant to Hindu traditions.