Sabarimala: Police step in to help stranded devotees during temple rush

India Nov 19, 2025

When a group of 17 pilgrims—including kids and elderly women—had to return without having darshan at Sabarimala due to heavy rush, police didn't just watch from the sidelines.
After seeing their struggle on TV, ADGP S Sreejith personally reached out and invited them back, making sure they could finally complete their prayers.

Why does this matter?

Sabarimala just reopened for its busiest season, drawing nearly two lakh devotees in 48 hours.
With crowd control pushed to the max and police on duty, stories like this highlight how quick action (and a little empathy) can make all the difference for people caught up in the chaos.