Protesters, proclaiming themselves as devotees, created a blockade to prevent women from entering Sabarimala Temple.
Thousands of people protested against the entry of women at Sabarimala temple on a day when the ancient shrine got set to open its doors for monthly puja. (Reuters Photo)
Women devotees were made to turn back even as reports of vandalism and violence emerged. (PTI Photo)
Several women journalists were targeted as well. (Reuters Photo)
Political blamegame has begun with the state government blaming BJP and RSS for inciting violence. (PTI Photo)