Dispute over Thrikkakara temple jurisdiction sparks conflict between Kerala municipalities

A dispute has arisen between Thrikkakara and Kalamassery municipalities in Kerala over the Thrikkakara temple's jurisdiction. Currently, the temple is under Kalamassery, but Thrikkakara has requested its inclusion within its limits, citing historical ties. The Thrikkakara municipality recently passed a resolution to support this request, while Kalamassery has firmly rejected it. Kalamassery officials maintain that they will not relinquish control of the temple, which is significant for local traditions. Local groups argue that the temple's placement in Kalamassery is inappropriate and have threatened legal action if the issue is not resolved. They emphasize the temple's cultural importance to Thrikkakara and seek to correct municipal boundaries to reflect this heritage.