The Pandalam royal family, represented by PN Narayana Varma, has urged the new Kerala government to take prompt action on several Sabarimala-related issues. They are calling for the withdrawal of cases filed against devotees during protests, emphasizing that these individuals have suffered significantly. Varma also stressed the importance of filing a fresh affidavit in the Supreme Court regarding ongoing proceedings, where both the Ayyappa Seva Samaj and the Pandalam Palace are involved. Additionally, the royal family demands a more rigorous investigation into the alleged loss of gold from the temple, suggesting that a central agency probe, potentially by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), should be pursued. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's nine-judge Constitution Bench is currently examining broader constitutional questions related to religious practices and rights, with the Centre arguing against the 2018 verdict that permitted women of all ages to enter Sabarimala. The court's deliberations could have far-reaching implications for religious freedom cases across India.