I doubt whether all the readers who support Jayamala's contention have ever gone to Sabarimala or understand the story of Lord Ayyappa. Only persons who go to Sabarimala as devotees can know the real power, vibrations they experience in sabarimala once they go on strict Vrata for 41 days. There is complete sanctity and the daily rituals in the temple gives real happiness and peace. It is the age-old tradition not to allow women of some age group and this should be respected. This is not about equality issue. If women want to go Sabarimala, they can go at the age it is allowed. They are always welcome. But why to make this as an issue. As a true devotee of Lord Ayyappa, the women should also respect this. This is also not about Kannadiga issue as some stupid politicians from Karnataka claim and they should shut their mouths and not interfere in religious issues. Respect your religion. Otherwise God will not forgive u.