Ramanathapuram, March 14 -- Over 3400 pilgrims from Rameswaram began their voyage on Friday across the sea to participate in the two-day annual St Anthony's Church festival being held on Katchatheevu Island.

Ramanathapuram District Collector Simranjeet Singh Kahlon inspected the dispatch of devotees from Rameswaram jetty, where boats started towards Sri Lanka.

Speaking to ANI, Ramanathapuram District Collector said, arrangements have been made to ensure the safety of the devotees.

"Today, around 3400 pilgrims are going to Katchatheevu Island. So, all the arrangements have been made in coordination with the Police, Coast Guard, Customs and Immigration. So, all the settings are in place. We started the process at around 5 am. Now, the fi...