Balettan’s Voice Message: Confirms Cancer, Treatment Begins, Prayers Needed
Swami Saranam...
In a deeply emotional and courageous message, Balaswamy—fondly known as Balettan, who prepares Nivedyam for Sabarimala Sree Ayyappa—has come forward to share an important health update with his well-wishers, friends, and spiritual family.
Speaking in his own voice, Balaswamy thanked everyone who has supported him through prayers and blessings. “First of all, I sincerely thank each one of you who supported me and prayed for me,” he began,
According to his recent hospital reports, Balaswamy has been diagnosed with cancer, which has affected three critical areas of his body: Lungs, Brain (both sides)
A tumor site – part of which has already undergone surgery for removal
The remaining cancer-affected areas will be treated through chemotherapy. Doctors are planning to begin the sessions once the surgical stitches are removed—expected this coming Monday or Tuesday, provided there are no complications.
A few more test results are still pending. The course of chemotherapy and its intensity will be determined based on how Balaswamy's body is responding overall.
“This is a very crucial time. I humbly request everyone to keep praying for me,” he said. “I trust in your prayers and blessings.”
Despite the challenges, Balaswamy’s heart remains steady with humble aspirations. “I don’t have big dreams… but I want to do poojas in the temple, get my daughter married, and spend at least 2–3 days in Sabarimala,” he shared emotionally. “For that, I truly need your continued support and prayers.”
Amidst the concerning diagnosis, there is some Positive news. Balaswamy confirmed that:
He does not have blood pressure or diabetes,
There are no internal infections,
He is eating food properly,
These are all considered positive signs by the medical team.
Due to the high risk of infection, especially with COVID-19 cases rising at Amrita Hospital-Cochin, doctors have advised him to avoid physical contact or in-person meetings with anyone. Any infection at this point could delay chemotherapy and severely impact his recovery chances.
“Please do your prayers and blessings from your homes or temples,” he requested, adding that he will personally share the next update after his stitches are removed.
he added, “I want to be the one who gives you updates directly – with truth – and not through anyone else,” he said firmly. Balaswamy reassured that all future health updates will come from him personally, through voice messages.
Balaswamy concluded his message with Swami Saranam.
How You Can Help:
Contributions can be made to the following account:
Name: Karthik K
Account Number: 0215053000009855
Bank: South Indian Bank, Kumbalam Branch
IFSC Code: SIBL0000215
GPay: 9495525460
or
Account holder's name :- Athira K Balakrishnan
Account number :- 62640100012293
IFSC Code :- BARB0VJNETT
Bank Name :- Bank of Baroda
Upi: 9048387912
Communication address :- KALARIKKAL MADOM,KUMBALAM, KALATHIL TEMPLE ROAD, ERNAKULAM, KERALA, INDIA-682506
Please join us in praying for Sree Balettan’s swift recovery and consider donating to support his medical treatment. Together, we can help ensure that this devoted servant of Lord Ayyappa receives the care he desperately needs.
Swami Saranam 🙏
Audio Translated by Hari Pradeep, Thiruvananthapuram