THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: NSS general secretary G Sukumaran Nair expressed satisfaction over the explanation given by the UDF regarding the draft bill for the protection of religious practices in Sabarimala. He was pleased with the UDF's explanation of the steps taken.

G Sukumaran Nair welcomed the UDF's explanation and said that Ramesh Chennithala's response regarding the opposition's move to bring a draft bill was satisfactory.

The NSS had yesterday criticized the state fronts for not coming up with legislation considering the demands of the devotees on the Sabarimala issue.

Sukumaran Nair said that the UDF could have introduced a bill in the Assembly to protect the religious customs. He questioned the sincerity front's announcement of legislation if they come to power.