Heavy rain predicted on May Day in Theni-Idukki area; Collector cautions devotees visiting Kannagi temple
Heavy rain is forecasted for the Idukki-Theni area on May 1, prompting caution from local authorities. The Theni District Collector has advised devotees visiting the Kannagi temple to prepare for the weather. Safety measures have been implemented to ensure the well-being of attendees during the annual festival.
- ▪The India Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rain in the Idukki-Theni borders on May 1.
- ▪Theni District Collector Ranjith Singh has advised devotees to bring umbrellas for safety.
- ▪Elaborate arrangements have been made by the district administration for the annual festival at the Kannagi temple.
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Following predictions by the India Meteorological Department authorities that there may be heavy rain in the Idukki-Theni borders on May 1, the Theni District Collector Ranjith Singh has cautioned the devotees visiting Kannagi temple to bring umbrellas and be safe on Tuesday.In a press release, he said that the annual festival of the temple, which is scheduled on May 1, the district administration of Theni and Idukki had made elaborate arrangements with Forest and other department officials. Considering the prediction by the IMD, the officials are also taking measures for safety of the devotees.The Mangala Devi Amman shrine is situated in the forest bordering the two States.
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