SNDP Yogam extends support to Global Ayyappa Sangamam

Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana (SNDP) Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan has extended full support to the Global Ayyappa Sangamam being organised by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB). 

Mr. Natesan said on Saturday ( August 30,2025) that he would participate in the event, scheduled to take place at Sabarimala on September 20, 2025. “Since it has been announced that no changes will be made in religious rituals and traditions, there is no basis for other concerns. No one should stay away from the Ayyappa Sangamam. Everyone should support the event. The relevance lies not in what was done or not done in the past, but in what is being done now,” he said.

The SNDP Yogam general secretary said that efforts to spread the fame and glory of Sabarimala across the world should be encouraged as such programmes would contribute to the cultural and economic growth of the land. 

“It will help attract more devotees from different parts of the world. Most temples in Travancore face financial difficulties and largely depend on Sabarimala for their sustenance. Therefore, initiatives for the growth of Sabarimala must be supported,” Mr. Natesan added.