Man dies during Aadi Amavasai pilgrimage at Sathuragiri

A 33-year-old pilgrim, Sivakumar from Melathirumanickam near Peraiyur in Madurai district, died while visiting the Sathuragiri Sundara Mahalingam Temple for the Aadi Amavasai festival. After offering prayers at the Sandana Mahalingam Temple, he was resting near the temple's food distribution hall when he suddenly collapsed due to breathing difficulties. Despite receiving first aid from bystanders, he died at the scene.

His body was transported to the foothills via the Thaniparai trekking path using a stretcher. The Saptoor police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. The body has been sent to the Usilampatti Government Hospital for a post-mortem examination.