Pathanamthitta District Administration launches digital services for Sabarimala pilgrims

The Pathanamthitta District Administration has launched the Sabari portal and a WhatsApp chatbot to assist pilgrims ahead of the Mandala-Makaravilakku season, which begins in mid-November. The digital platform, inaugurated by Revenue Minister A P Anilkumar, aims to streamline services and improve coordination between government departments.

The portal provides real-time information on darshan waiting times, pooja timings, and weather conditions at Sannidhanam, Pampa, and Nilakkal. It also includes transport schedules for KSRTC buses and special trains, as well as location-based data for drinking water, toilets, medical centers, and parking facilities.

A key feature of the system is the ability to report missing persons or lost belongings. Such reports are automatically forwarded to police control rooms, with updates sent to complainants via WhatsApp. The platform also offers live monitoring of crowd levels and reservoir storage levels to enhance safety and crowd management.