Sabarimala temple opens for Thulam month rituals; CM Satheesan offers prayers

The revered Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple was opened on Saturday for the rituals of the Thulam month, drawing numerous devotees eager to pay their respects. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan, along with other esteemed guests, visited the shrine for prayers. The temple's opening for devotees is scheduled for 5 am on Sunday, coinciding with Mahanavami and Vijayadashami, a unique occurrence in many decades.