Mock drill for security check at Sabarimala

 
Mock drills will be put in place to ensure the rescue mission in the event of an accident, said, Special Officer in Charge of Security, Sabarimala, Rahul R. Nair. Action to set up mock drills in Sabarimala to test the security measures will be taken in consultation with the Disaster Management Authority and the District Collector. He was speaking at a meeting to assess the security matters at Sabarimala.

The number of devotees coming through the virtual queue has increased over the previous year. If it is out of control, it will affect all emergency systems. It is therefore recommended that the virtual queue system should limit the number of people who can book a day. Steps will also be taken to curb those who illegally enter the Saranapatha. He also noted that the illegal smugglers will also be controlled in the Saranapatha. There will also be action against people who bring people on a dolly by taking unfair rates. It has been fixed that Rs 2,000 for one direction and Rs. 3,600 for the two sides. Rahul R Nair said that those who try to conceal this and fleece devotees will be prosecuted.