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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Time of India
Kerala HC seeks report on various idols placed in Sabarimala
Kochi: High court has directed the Sabarimala special commissioner to file an additional report on the idols of Lord Ayyappa and other deities placed at various locations in Sabarimala Sannidhanam, including the Annadana Mandapam, on sponsorship by pilgrims. A bench of Justices Anil K Narendran and S Muralee Krishna issued the order based on a report by the special commissioner regarding the collection of funds by a private party for installing a Panchaloha Vigraham (an idol made of an alloy of gold, silver, copper, zinc and iron) of Lord Ayyappa within the Sabarimala temple premises. While considering the matter on Friday, the state govt informed HC that police had already commenced a probe into the incident. On Thursday, the special commissioner had informed HC that E K Sahadevan, chairman of Lotus Multispecialty Hospital and IVF Fertility Centre, Erode, allegedly circulated a pamphlet claiming that the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) had permitted him to install the Panchaloha Vigraham at Sabarimala. A communication from TDB secretary to the Sabarimala executive officer, stating that the board had decided to permit the idol installation, was also produced before HC. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo The court directed TDB to issue an advisory on the Virtual-Q platform clarifying that no person has been authorised to install such an idol, nor has anyone been permitted to collect money for this purpose. The bench also sought the relevant files related to the alleged permission granted by TDB. On Friday, the senior govt pleader sought more time to produce the files and informed HC that the advisory had already been posted on the Virtual-Q platform. He further clarified that the proposed installation of the idol is at the Annadana Mandapam. In reply, HC orally asked, "Has the opinion of the tantri been obtained regarding the installation of the idol?" HC adjourned the matter to Tuesday.
United News of India
20-05-2025
- United News of India
Electric shock from water tap, woman Ayyappa devotee from Telangana dies at Pamba
Sabarimala, May 20 (UNI) In a shocking incident, a 60-year-old woman Ayyappa devotee was electrocuted to death while trying to open a drinking water tap at Pamba, leading to protest by Sabarimala Ayyappa Seva Samajam (SASS) demanding a probe into the incident and compensation for the victim from Telangana. SASS National Chairman SJR Kumar has strongly condemned the incident and demanded an immediate and thorough probe into the cause of the tragic loss of life. "The unfortunate incident occurred when she attempted to open the drinking water tap in shed number two while returning after Darshan at the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala on Monday evening. Despite being rushed to Pampa Hospital, her life could not be saved." "It is unlikely that a normal 220V supply would result in such a sudden death, raising serious concerns about a potential surge in the electric supply. This needs to be investigated urgently," he said. The SASS also calls for an inquiry into whether immediate and timely first aid and medical assistance were provided, which could have potentially averted this tragic outcome. The victim was identified as E. Bharathamma, a resident of Gopalpet Mandal, Mahabubnagar, Telangana. Considering the financially vulnerable background of the deceased, whose husband passed away 25 years ago, leaving behind a son and a daughter dependent on her, the Sabarimala Ayyappa Seva Samajam demands that the bereaved family be provided with suitable compensation. The Samajam also urged the concerned authorities to take immediate and necessary steps to prevent any such occurrences and negligence in Sabarimala in the future, ensuring the safety and well-being of all pilgrims. He also demanded a probe by a team of expert engineers from the Kerala Electrical Inspectorate to determine whether the Travancore Devaswom Board or the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) is responsible for the electrical installations at the site. He also condoled the tragic death of the devotee and conveyed his deep sympathies to her grieving family. UNI DS BD
