Ashram run by Pontiff who backed Sabarimala verdict set on fire

Mangalore Today News Network

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 27, 2018 : An ashram in Kerala, founded by a pontiff who supported the Supreme Court verdict allowing the entry of women of all ages to the famous Sabarimala temple, was attacked by unidentified persons late last night, reported NDTV.

 

Two cars and a scooter belonging to Swami Sandeepananda Giri’s School of Bhagavad Gita on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram were set on fire at around 2:30 am. The attackers also put a wreath in front of the hermitage.

Local media reported that a white Omni and a Honda CRV were set ablaze. Reports said police have been posted in the ashram following the attack.

Police have registered a case and are on the lookout for the attackers.

"Physical attacks happen when you can’t deal ideologically. We will not allow anyone to take law and order in their hands. Those who are intolerant towards Swami’s activities attacked his ashram," Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said.

Sandeepananda Giri, who is also the director of the ashram, reportedly faced threats after he supported women’s entry into the hill shrine.