Thiruvananthapuram, Nov. 16 -- As the Mandala-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season begins, the Kerala Health Department has activated an extensive medical support system to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the lakhs of devotees heading to Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple.
Medical teams from health centres, medical colleges, and trained volunteer groups have been positioned along all major access routes.
A 24-hour control room is now operational at Pamba to coordinate emergency services and provide immediate assistance whenever required.
Health Minister Veena George urged devotees to remain vigilant about their health throughout the pilgrimage and to seek medical help promptly if they experience any discomfort during the climb.
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