KOCHI: Model Rehna Fathima said that she went to Sabarimala after the state government's announcement that women will be allowed to enter the temple so that the supreme court verdict can be implemented.

"I was interested in 'Advaita' and when the Supreme Court verdict came, I was very happy. I called Pathanamthitta collector and police officers when the government promised that protection will be ensured for women to visit the temple. They told me that I will get protection when I reach Pampa. I reached Pampa at 1:30 am and reported at the police station. However, police told me to wait till 6 am so that tight security can be arranged. I reached Sannidhanam and returned back under police protection", said Rehna.