BSNL to Resolve Network Issues Ahead of Sabarimala Pilgrimage Season
Chengannur: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced measures to ensure better mobile network coverage and internet connectivity in the Chengannur region during the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season.
As part of efforts to resolve call connectivity issues and speed up the transition to 4G services, BSNL has restored ZTE 3G systems at 30 sites. The move is expected to reduce network disruptions and provide more stable communication services to users.
The decision was taken at a meeting of BSNL officials chaired by Kodikunnil Suresh MP.
During the meeting, the MP directed BSNL Kerala Circle General Manager R. Sajikumar to ensure uninterrupted mobile connectivity at Chengannur Railway Station and surrounding areas throughout the pilgrimage season. He also stressed the need to maintain network capacity and service quality during peak hours.
Highlighting the importance of mobile connectivity for pilgrim safety, travel updates and emergency communication, he urged officials to complete all necessary arrangements and resolve existing network issues before the pilgrimage season begins.
Sabarimala Review Meeting Today
Meanwhile, a review meeting will be held at Chengannur Railway Station at 4 PM on Saturday (October 17) to assess railway arrangements for the Sabarimala pilgrimage season.
The meeting will discuss train services, additional coaches, platform facilities, passenger crowd management, railway security, reservation and ticketing facilities, and traffic management around the station.
Kodikunnil Suresh MP will chair the meeting.
Melsanthi Draw
The selection of the new Melsanthis of Sabarimala and Malikappuram will be held on October 18 after the Usha Pooja. The selected priests will assume charge on November 16 for a one-year term beginning on the first day of the Malayalam month of Vrischikam. Children designated by the Pandalam Palace will arrive at Sannidhanam with irumudikkettu to draw lots for the selection.