In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a devotee from Kerala, identified as Jagan Sampat, took his own life at the revered Sabarimala Ayyappa temple in Kerala.
This shocking event occurred on Monday evening, and the reasons behind this drastic decision remain unclear as authorities begin their investigation.
Jagan Sampat, hailing from Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, reportedly ascended the Sabarimala mountain before jumping from the roof of the Ghee Abhishek counter located within the temple premises. Eyewitnesses described a moment of chaos as the crowd quickly alerted temple management. Despite immediate medical assistance, Sampat succumbed to his injuries due to excessive bleeding before reaching the hospital.
The Sabarimala Police have registered a case and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. They are exploring all possible angles to understand why Jagan Sampat felt compelled to take such a drastic step.