Kerala earmarks ₹15 crore for road safety under ₹450-crore Sabarimala development plan
The Kerala government has announced a ₹450-crore development package for the Sabarimala pilgrimage site, with ₹15 crore specifically allocated for road safety improvements. The project includes infrastructure upgrades, road maintenance, and the installation of safety equipment to ensure a secure experience for pilgrims.
Why it matters
Large-scale infrastructure investment in religious tourism corridors is critical for managing crowd safety and preventing accidents during high-traffic pilgrimage seasons.
The Kerala government is preparing a ₹450-crore development package for Sabarimala, with ₹15 crore earmarked exclusively for road safety measures ahead of the forthcoming pilgrimage season, Public Works Minister P.K. Basheer has said.
Chairing a review meeting here on Tuesday (July 21, 2026) at the Sreerama Saketham Hall in Pampa on the Public Works department’s (PWD) preparations for the annual pilgrimage, Mr. Basheer said the package envisaged comprehensive infrastructure development of the pilgrimage corridor. The Minister said pending road works from previous years would be completed on priority to ensure a safe and hassle-free journey for pilgrims. Crash barriers, speed breakers, reflectors and signboards would be installed along the routes, while vegetation on either side of the roads would be cleared to improve visibility and enhance safety.
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