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Kerala gears up for Karkkidaka Vavu Bali with special services
Thiruvananthapuram is ready for the annual Karkkidaka Vavu Bali ritual on August 12. The health department has set up ambulances, medical teams, and a 24-hour control room at major centres like Thiruvallam,…
The Story in Brief
Thiruvananthapuram is ready for the annual Karkkidaka Vavu Bali ritual on August 12. The health department has set up ambulances, medical teams, and a 24-hour control room at major centres like Thiruvallam, Varkala, and Aruvikkara. The Travancore Devaswom Board has launched online booking for slots at the Sree Parasurama Swamy Temple in Thiruvallam.
KSRTC will run 100 special buses from 2 am on August 12, up from 62 last year, connecting 13 balitharpanam sites across Kerala. Kochi Metro will extend night and early-morning services on August 11 and 12 to help pilgrims reach Aluva Manappuram. Both transport bodies worked with ministers and police to manage the expected heavy rush.
The Indian Opinion
This year's Vavu Bali coverage shows the state's ability to coordinate services, but one-sided narratives about government neglect might miss the careful planning by health and transport departments. The increase in KSRTC buses from 62 to 100 is a concrete measure, not just an announcement. The real test will be the crowd flow on the day, will online booking and extra buses actually reduce chaos at temples and riverbanks?
Sources (2): newindianexpress.com, english.mathrubhumi.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
