Kerala High Court Demands Sabarimala Pilgrimage Roadmap

The Kerala High Court has ordered the Travancore Devaswom Board to submit a detailed roadmap for upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage preparations. The board must outline completion dates, quality assurance measures, and implementation strategies for directives issued by Chief Minister VD Satheesan.

During proceedings, the court emphasized the need for accountability regarding the 2026-27 season. State authorities confirmed that high-level meetings have occurred to review government and board readiness. Officials have been strictly instructed to finalize all preparatory works on or before October 31 to ensure standards are met within the stipulated timeline.

Editor's note: The brief accurately captures the court's directive, the deadline, and the context of the 2026-27 pilgrimage preparations.