Aravana ⁢Availability and Production

​ The President announced the ⁤continuation of current⁤ Aravana distribution controls at Sabarimala,maintaining the limit of ​20 tins per person. Efforts are‌ underway ‌to ensure Aravana ⁣remains accessible to⁣ all devotees, with current reserves⁣ exceeding 10 lakh tins. This comes after an unexpectedly high demand during the first⁣ week of the pilgrimage ⁤season, where ‌daily sales ​averaged 4.5 lakh tins, exceeding the anticipated ⁢3.5 lakh.
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While the ⁤initial pilgrimage season began with ⁣a reserve of ‍45 lakh Aravana ‍tins, rapid depletion⁢ prompted the current measures. ⁣Production capacity is currently limited to⁢ 3‌ lakh tins,supplemented by 1 lakh from existing reserves.​ increasing production in the short term is ⁢not feasible. ‌ Additional Aravana will be ⁤produced during the three-day period after the Mandala Puja, if the temple closes on December 27th, to ​replenish reserves.

Darshan and Spot Booking

Spot booking for Darshan ‌remains flexible, as permitted by the​ court. The court has granted leeway to adjust spot booking limits based on devotee arrival numbers, and the current ​limit of 5000 will continue. This allows devotees to have ⁢Darshan without excessively long waits.
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An increase in ​devotees utilizing⁢ the ⁣Kananapatha route has prompted discussions with the police to manage the flow. Authorities⁤ are also coordinating with the Forest Department to issue special ⁤passes for those arriving via the Erumeli-Azhuta Kanana Path. The overall aim is to maximize Darshan opportunities while minimizing difficulties for pilgrims.
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Food Services and Kerala ‍Oon

⁣ ‍ Practical⁣ challenges related to providing traditional Kerala-style meals,⁤ including pappadam, fruit, and stew, are being addressed. implementation of “Kerala Oon” is ⁣planned to begin​ on December 21st.
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