I would like to disagree on this subject. As a way forward we as Brahmins should become more inclusive of other Hindus. As part of social integration I would say that this is a positive step from the new government albeit a political one.

As long as the person is able to recite the slokas in sanskrit/tamil I have no qualms of having non-brahmin priests at temples.

I would hate the world if some one says I cannot enter a profession because of my caste so that holds good for priesthood as well.

I guess TAMBRAS should work as a regulatory body to ensure that the priests are well versed with the mantras, slokas and have a moral code.

PS: I must admit that I continue the practice of having only a brahmin priest for all ceremonies that we do at home.