The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) will deploy 900 buses, with an additional 100 on standby, to transport devotees to Pampa for the Makaravilakku festival. Transport Minister K. B. Ganesh Kumar announced enhanced parking and safety measures, noting the absence of road accidents this season. Authorities are also implementing safety barriers and security for the Thiruvabharana procession to prevent access to unauthorized viewpoints and ensure pilgrim safety.