Kochi: The High Court has explored the possibility of increasing the darshan time in Sabarimala in view of the large number of pilgrims. Travancore Devaswom Council should consider whether the temple can be opened for another hour in consultation with Tantri. The Devaswom Council and the district administration should take steps to ensure darshan for all who come to Sabarimala. None of the devotees should return without having received darshan. Justice Anil K held a special sitting on Sunday as the number of pilgrims exceeds one lakh every day. Narendran, Justice PG The matter was looked into by a divisional bench consisting of Ajith Kumar.
Currently the market is open for 18 hours. 80 pilgrims per minute can climb the 18th step. That is, 4,800 people an hour, 86,400 people in 18 hours. It is in this situation that the possibility of extending the time was sought. At the same time, according to the police, only 65 people are allowed to climb the 18th step per minute. If the number of children, the disabled, the elderly and women increases, it will fall below 65. That’s why the police say the wait is getting longer.
The prime minister has called a meeting; Today at 11
Thiruvananthapuram ∙ Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan convened a high-level meeting to assess the situation in the large crowd situation in Sabarimala. Minister K. Radhakrishnan informed that in the meeting to be held today at 11 in the chamber of the legislative building, the modification of the darshan timetable and the introduction of further provisions will be discussed.
English summary: Huge ride in Sabarimala; The High Court intervenes
