HR&CE minister C Ramesh
Anticipating heavy congregation on Soorasamharam, the minister called for an integrated crowd management in coordination with the police department, fire and rescue services, the health department and local municipal bodies. The minister warned that mistreatment or rude behaviour toward pilgrims by temple staffer would not be tolerated under any circumstance. Senior supervisory officers would oversee critical sectors to resolve grievances on the spot.
Senior citizens, pregnant women, and persons with disabilities will be provided direct, priority access to avoid prolonged waits, supported by designated temple staff and volunteers,” said Ramesh. HR&CE minister C Ramesh instructed temple administrations to deploy dedicated queue management plans to minimize waiting hours throughout the festival days. Additional darshan barricades, queue lines, and temple personnel will be mobilized in proportion to expected footfall. “Special provisions have been mandated for vulnerable groups.