Aluva: After the day of love has passed, the ‘Pranayaputo’ seen in European countries is also widespread on Shivratri footbridges. On the sides of the footbridge are several five-square-foot cabins. Over the last few days, large locks have appeared on the steel grills flanking it.
There is an increase in suitors coming together and locking down. It is said that after locking the key and throwing it from the footbridge into the river, love never fails. The footbridge across the Periyar is frequented by many visitors. The suitors who are included in this have started the love knot ritual to strengthen their love relationship in the European style. It has been alleged that the excessive interference of suitors on the footbridge is disturbing the devotees going to the temple. There are also complaints of anti-social nuisance on the bridge.
Not only the city but also school and college students from nearby areas come here. The police intensified patrolling on the footpath behind the park as well.