The state government’s decision to appoint K. Jayakumar as the President of the Travancore Devaswom Board is something that will likely make people from all sections happy. It is unlikely that any political party or religious–social organisation will criticise this move. This comes at a time when issues, controversies, and corruption allegations related to the Sabarimala temple had become so serious that even the High Court had to intervene. At such a crucial moment, when it is necessary to end all disputes around Sabarimala and restore the temple’s sanctity and reputation, the choice of someone like K. Jayakumar, a person known for integrity and purity of character, is both positive and promising.

K. Jayakumar is not just a former IAS officer. His personality, capability, efficiency, cre

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