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Important Instructions for Pilgrims

Guidelines for Pilgrims with Virtual-Q Booking

  • If you cancel your Sabarimala trip, please ensure that you CANCEL your online Virtual-Q booking as well. This helps another pilgrim get a slot and ensures smooth processing of your future bookings.
  • Throwing clothes or belongings into the Holy River Pamba is NOT a ritualistic practice and must be strictly avoided.
  • You will be doubly blessed if you avoid plastic items in your Irumudikettu.
  • Pilgrims are expected to report to the Police Verification Counter on time.
  • The temple does NOT charge for online or spot booking. If anyone charges illegally for bookings, please report it to the Police or Travancore Devaswom Vigilance.

Instructions from Honorable Sabarimala Devaswom Thanthri

The respected Sabarimala Devaswom Thanthri has observed that many items carried in Irumudikettu by devotees are unnecessary—especially plastic-based items. As Sabarimala is part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve, the use of plastic is strictly prohibited. Devotees are requested to avoid such items to protect the environment.

Part of Irumudikettu Recommended Items Items to Avoid
Front Portion
(To be offered at Sabarimala)		 Dry rice
Ghee-filled coconut
Jaggery
Kadalipazham
Betel leaves
Arecanut
Kaaniponnu 		Incense sticks
Camphor
Rose water
Plastic covers
Any unnecessary items
Back Portion Rice (very small quantity – to be offered at Sabarimala) Excess quantity of items
Plastic or disposable materials
Note: Devotees are encouraged to maintain the sanctity of Sabarimala and protect the environment by avoiding plastics and unnecessary offerings.