Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan visited the Sri Kollur Mookambika Temple in Karnataka, staying overnight after arriving from Thiruvananthapuram on Friday, 11 July 2026.
Arrival and Temple Visit
V D Satheesan reached Kollur on Friday evening and spent the night there. The next day, he offered prayers at the famous Sri Kollur Mookambika Temple, a prominent pilgrimage site in Karnataka's Udupi district.
Significance of the Visit
The visit underscores the cultural and religious ties between Kerala and Karnataka. The Mookambika Temple is revered across South India, and the Chief Minister's pilgrimage highlights its importance.
According to temple authorities, special arrangements were made for the visit. The Chief Minister was accompanied by a small entourage and local officials.
Political Context
This is V D Satheesan's first visit to the temple since becoming Chief Minister. The visit comes amid ongoing discussions on inter-state cooperation in tourism and religious circuits.
Kerala and Karnataka share a long border and have historical links through the Western Ghats region. The Chief Minister's visit is seen as a gesture of goodwill.
