Sathram, a traditional forest path to Sabarimala, continues to lack essential amenities ahead of pilgrimage season
As the Sabarimala pilgrimage season approaches, the traditional forest path through Sathram village near Vandiperiyar in Idukki lacks essential amenities. Local people are taking it upon themselves to create makeshift facilities for pilgrims passing through this route, including temporary shelters. The Forest department has noted a significant increase in pilgrims using the Sathram route, with…