THRISSUR: Putting a lid on speculations over parading of elephant Thechikottukavu Ramachandran for Thrissur pooram, permission was granted for the same on Friday.

Permission has been given to parade Ramachandran for just one hour, thanks to the concern shown by the District Collector to the jumbo’s poor health as well as the safety of the people.
Collector Anupama said that permission will be given with restrictions. A special team will check the health of the elephant on Saturday. If the health status is favourable, permission will be given for parading Ramachandran.
District-wise observation committee chaired by the district collector will be giving the permission.
Earlier, the collector had got the legal advice from the Advocate general if it is necessary, Ramachandran can be taken out for Pooravilambaram, but with stringent conditions.