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  Hinduism Under Strain in Kerala: Sabarimala, Governance, and the Growing Cultural Debate By : Vijesh Nair Date :26/01/2026 Investigation journalism Kerala, long celebrated for its literacy, social harmony, and pluralism, is today witnessing an intense and emotionally charged debate over the treatment of Hindu institutions. Recent developments—ranging from the reported theft of gold ornaments at the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple to broader questions of temple governance, pilgrimage welfare, and religious equity—have reignited concerns among devotees and cultural observers that Hindu traditions are being systematically weakened in the state. Sabarimala Theft Raises Serious Questions The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus, attracts millions of devotees every year from across India and abroad. The recent report of theft of gold items from the temple has shocked devotees and raised uncomfortable questions about security, administration, and ac...