Even as vehicles carrying pilgrims to Sabarimala have slowly started occupying the roads of central Travancore, a road safety survey has brought to light serious concerns about the safety of those taking the roads to the hill temple.
The audit, taken out by the Motor Vehicles Department in association with various other departments, has identified 134 accident-prone sites along the major routes used by Sabarimala pilgrims. A proposed implementation of remedial measures, however, has been delayed owing to a slower than expected release of funds by the Kerala Road Safety Authority (KRSA).
“The reports and estimates have been submitted to the government and the process of funds sanctioning is at present under way. We expect the funds to be released within the next few days,” said an official.
