Indu Malhotra

Surendran also mentioned in a press conference, that these arrangements would be ready for pilgrims planning to visit the temple during the first five days in the Malayalam month of Thulam, which is likely to fall between the second and third week of October.

Another contentious issue that will be decided upon before the Chief Justice retires is whether women will be allowed entry into the Sabarimala temple.

The Supreme Court is expected to base its decision on Constitutional values like the right to autonomy, the dignity of persons and non-interference by State in private matters.

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She joined the legal profession in 1983 and later secured the first position in the Advocate-on-Record exam for the Supreme Court, which is a feat in itself.