Sabarimala Devotees Warn of Unsafe Pamba Water, Police Misconduct & Negligence | Telangana Swamis Speak Out

Hyderabad In a video report that has sparked widespread concern, Telangana Ayyappa devotees expressed serious fears about health hazards, police misconduct, and poor facilities during their pilgrimage to Sabarimala. The interviews highlight what they describe as a growing sense of insecurity and official negligence.

Devotees Fear Brain Infection from Contaminated Pamba Water

One of the most alarming concerns raised in the video is the alleged presence of a dangerous bacterial infection in the Pamba river water. Devotees claim the bacteria enters through the nose or ears during bathing and can cause fatal brain infections. They reference recent deaths and media reports as evidence, urging authorities to act immediately.

They also criticized the poor sanitation at Pamba, stating that thousands of devotees bathe in the same water, discarded clothes pile up on the banks, and proper cleaning measures are not being implemented.

Police Misconduct: Harassment Allegations Intensify

A shocking allegation was made against a constable who reportedly misbehaved with a devotee after being asked for directions. According to the speaker, the officer behaved vulgarly and showed extreme disrespect.

Devotees also described repeated harassment at railway stations, where they were woken up, questioned without reason, and treated rudely.

“Kerala Government Neglecting Us” — Swamis Demand Action

The devotees accuse the Kerala government of ignoring the needs of pilgrims from other states, including Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. They cited unhygienic food, high prices, unsafe accommodation, and lack of medical support as major failures in festival management.

They also insist that clean water, bleaching treatment, emergency medical teams, and better crowd management must be arranged immediately.

Demand for Central Government Control

Several devotees believe that only the Central Government can resolve the ongoing issues. They argue that Sabarimala generates huge revenue and deserves national-level management for safety and sanitation.

Faith Continues, but Fear Grows

Despite the hardships, the devotees reaffirm their devotion to Lord Ayyappa. However, they warn that the number of pilgrims will decrease if the health risks, road accidents, and sanitation problems continue without intervention.

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