Hamid Dabholkar Moves Supreme Court to Uphold Women's Entry in Sabarimala

Hamid Dabholkar, son of rationalist Dr. Narendra Dabholkar, has moved the Supreme Court to uphold the 2018 verdict allowing women of all ages to enter the Sabarimala temple.

Representing the Maharashtra Andhashraddha Nirmoolan Samiti, the applicants argue that excluding women based on menstruation violates constitutional equality and scientific temper. The application warns that by defining "essential religious practices," the Court risks acting as a theological authority like a "Dharmashastri."

They urge the Court to dismiss review petitions, asserting that biological characteristics must not justify social exclusion.

A nine-judge Constitution Bench is set to commence a marathon hearing on the matter starting April 7, 2026.