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flag Climbing Arunachaleswarar Hill is banned during Karthigai Deepam 2025 due to cyclone-related landslide risks, though the main ceremony proceeds.

flag The Tiruvannamalai district administration in Tamil Nadu has banned climbing Arunachaleswarar Hill during this year’s Karthigai Deepam festival due to landslide risks from Cyclone Ditwah and unstable terrain, despite the Maha Deepam lighting ceremony proceeding on the hilltop. flag Authorities, citing safety concerns and a prior tragedy during Cyclone Michaung that killed seven people, restricted access to ground-level viewing only. flag The Geological Survey of India confirmed the path remains unsafe, with loose rocks and past landslide zones. flag Police, forest, and revenue departments are monitoring the area, with extra personnel deployed to manage crowds during peak times. flag The 2025 festival began November 24, with main rituals set for December 3.

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