Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Vijayan Defends Sabarimala Amidst Political Criticism
The Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, spoke at a meeting called the Global Ayyappa Sangamam, discussing the Sabarimala temple.
He emphasized the temple's inclusivity, where people from all backgrounds come together.
He criticized those who oppose the event, calling them not true devotees.
The government plans to spend over 1,000 crore rupees to improve the temple area.
However, the Opposition criticized the event as a political move.
They accused the Chief Minister of hypocrisy and said the event was poorly attended.
CM Vijayan inaugurated the Global Ayyappa Sangamam in Pamba, Kerala.
Vijayan highlighted Sabarimala's inclusivity and criticized those opposing the event.
Development projects worth over Rs 1,000 crore were announced for Sabarimala.
Tamil Nadu ministers attended; most other state governments declined invitations.
Opposition leaders criticized the event as a political ploy.
- Who
- Pinarayi Vijayan, V.D. Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, Devotees
- What
- Global Ayyappa Sangamam
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Pamba, Kerala
- Why
- To discuss Sabarimala's development and highlight its spiritual inclusiveness.
Kerala Government
Opposition
Event Purpose
Kerala Government
To discuss Sabarimala development and celebrate its spiritual significance.
Opposition
Political ploy with an eye on upcoming elections.
Devotee Support
Kerala Government
The event represents the true devotees.
Opposition
Poorly attended by devotees.
- Event Name
- Global Ayyappa Sangamam
- Location
- Pamba, Kerala
- Chief Minister
- Pinarayi Vijayan
- Development Projects
- Rs 1,033.62 crore (Sannidhanam, Pamba, trek route)
- Project Completion
- Expected by 2039
- Key Attendees
- Tamil Nadu ministers, Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalanayogam, Nair Service Society
Sources
Pamba gears up for Ayyappa Sangamam
Over Rs 1000 cr to be spent on Sabarimala development: Kerala CM at Global Ayyappa Sangam
Over ₹1000 Crore To Be Spent on Sabarimala Development: Kerala CM
Global Ayyappa Sangamam: Kerala CM Hails Sabarimala Temple As a Global Symbol of Secular Values
Amid BJP opposition, Kerala govt-backed Ayyappa Sangamam gets Yogi stamp of approval
Pinarayi Hails Sabarimala As Secular Symbol
At Ayyappa Sangamam, Pinarayi Vijayan takes on critics: ‘The only true devotees can do this’
