Bus Carrying Sabarimala Devotees Overturns in Wayanad, Over 20 Injured

Wayan (Kerala): A bus carrying reportedly 50 devotees returning from Sabarimala Temple overturned near Thirunelli in Wayan early Tuesday morning, leaving 27 passengers injured, police said. accident occurred around 6 AM.

passengers, including two children, were traveling back to Hunsur in Mysore after visiting Lord Ayyappa temple when mishap took place. injured were rushed to Mananthavy Medical College in Wayan, where doctors confirmed that ir injuries were not severe.  

bus was carrying devotees who h visited Sabarimala Temple during Mandala-Makaravilakku festival, which began on November 15. This festival marks start of annual pilgrimage season, drawing thousands of devotees to temple.  

Police are investigating incident to determine cause of accident. Furr details are awaited.