The Supreme Court’s decision to allow states to create sub-groups within the 15% Scheduled Caste quota has prompted criticism from Congress. They questioned implementing a ‘creamy layer’ amidst a backlog and expressed concerns about BJP’s intentions towards reservation. Congress vowed to oppose the decision, citing continued untouchability as justification for ongoing reservations.

Seeing the crowds of devotees each day, the authorities decided to open the temple each day.

Rangaprabhath Theatre group began under the guidance and support of a renowned figure in Malayalam theatre, Prof. G Sankara Pillai in 1970.