The famous Kapaleeshwarar temple in Mylapore will be providing a new service to devotees shortly. The elderly and differently abled people will soon have access to a free e-vehicle service.
The electric cart has been donated by Karur Vysya Bank under its CSR initiative . This will help passengers to navigate between the eastern side of the temple and the bus stop near the water tank. This vehicle will not operate inside the temple premises.
The e-vehicle can accommodate upto five passengers. Each cart costs Rs 17.31 lakhs. The temple staff would ensure that this service reaches the people who require assistance. Others will not be permitted to use this service.
Stickers will be put on the vehicles to create awareness about this service. It will help the elderly devotees, especially those who struggle to walk on the streets near the temple.This service will be available during the operating hours of the temple both in the mornings and evenings.