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September 12, 2002 

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THE ALL-WOMEN TEMPLE TRUST

Devi Temple at Mulakkal Kavu, Koottikkada, Mayyanad, Kollam

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The all-women 13-member managing committee has been looking after the daily affairs of the Devi Temple at Mulakkal Kavu, Koottikkada, Mayyanad, Kollam since the last 2 years.

Although at a public meeting 2 years ago, a gentleman was nominated as Secretary of the Committee, G.Anandam, a college professor was elevated to that post based on popular sentiments.

Later it was suggested that all the members of the executive committee should be women.  That too was implemented.

From then on it has been a story of glory for the temple.  The committee was able to erect a flag post in front of the Bhadra Bhagavathi at a cost of Rs.1.75 lakhs.  The women themselves collected donations and conducted the annual festival with traditional fervour.

But the committee is quick to acknowledge the help and cooperation of the people and police.

The President, Secretary and Treasurer meet every Saturday at 4 p.m. to discuss the accounts.  Printed statement of accounts is distributed to members to ensure transparency.

Their next goal is a flag post in front of the Durga Devi.  They feel that women administrators of temples can avoid unnecessary expenditure and provide dedicated leadership.  And for that they seek the Divine Mother’s grace.

 

Courtesy: G.Hasthamalakan, Sree, Malayala Manorama, February 3, 2002

Contributed by: Administrator

 

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