Keralam MLA pushes for night access to Sabarimala trek path, sparks controversy

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Poonjar MLA M.J. Sebastian is calling for round-the-clock access to the 30.7-km Sabarimala trek route to reduce congestion and make pilgrim journeys easier. Forest officials oppose removing restrictions, citing wildlife risks along sections of the forest trail.

Poonjar MLA M.J. Sebastian seeks round-the-clock access to the 30.7-km stretch to ease congestion and make the trek more convenient; forest officials, however, maintain that restrictions are necessary as large sections of the route pass through forest areas frequented by wild animals