An uneasy calm prevailed in Sabarimala and surrounding areas on Sunday with rumours that woman activists and ultra-left-wing organisations were planning a visit in the next two days. Even media persons were denied entry to Pampa and Sannidhanam till Sunday afternoon for security reasons. As many as 1,500 police personnel have been deployed at Sannidhanam alone under the direct control of Inspector General MR Ajithkumar. On Sunday, the police permitted media persons to proceed to Pampa from Nilackal by 8.30 pm after strong protests. This is the second time the hilltop temple will open for devotees since the court order in September.

Source: bd News24 November 05, 2018 10:07 UTC