Pawan Kalyan thanks Kerala for healing retreat and temple visits

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has expressed gratitude to Kerala's government and residents following his treatment stay in the state, describing it as a period of healing and spiritual renewal.

In a message posted on X, Mr. Kalyan specifically thanked the doctors, management and staff of the Dr. Sitaram Ayurvedic Retreat for their dedicated care, professionalism and personal attention during his treatment. He characterised his time in Kerala as one of "healing, peace and many memorable experiences".

Temple visits during Kerala stay

Beyond medical treatment, Mr. Kalyan said he had visited the Thriprayar Sri Rama Swamy, Guruvayur Sree Krishna, Mammiyur Sri Mahadev and Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi Amma temples. The visits offered him moments of devotion, peace and reflection, he said.

Describing Kerala's temples as living expressions of India's ancient civilisational heritage, Mr. Kalyan said he felt blessed to have received darshan and blessings at the revered shrines.

Official acknowledgements

The Deputy Chief Minister also thanked Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, the Director-General of Police, Kerala Police personnel, the district administrations of Thrissur, Alappuzha and Kochi, and the State Protocol Department for the arrangements and cooperation extended during his stay.

Mr. Kalyan said the warmth, goodwill and hospitality of the people of Kerala had made his stay special. He said he was leaving the state with "deep gratitude, immense respect and cherished memories" of its people, spiritual heritage and hospitality.

Chief Minister's response

Responding to Mr. Kalyan's message, Mr. Satheesan thanked him for choosing Kerala for his treatment and recovery. He said it was heartening to know that the warmth of the people and darshan at the ancient temples had brought Mr. Kalyan peace and healing. The Chief Minister wished Mr. Kalyan a complete recovery and continued good health.

Source: The Hindu