Keralam CM offers prayers at Sabarimala, reviews pilgrimage preparations
Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, visited the Sabarimala hill temple for the first time since 2017, offering prayers and inspecting pilgrimage arrangements. The trip underscored the state's focus on improving infrastructure and safety for the annual influx of devotees. Officials highlighted upgrades to roads, sanitation, and crowd‑control measures to enhance the pilgrimage experience today.