As COVID deaths rise, report sought on alternative arrangements for cremation in Kerala capital The rights panel pointed out that there are complaints of long delays for cremation at Santhikavadam crematorium, Thycaud. People are forced to wait for days after reserving slots for cremation. Share Via Email | A+A A- By Express News Service THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The State Human Rights Commission has sought an urgent report from the Thiruvananthapuram district administration over alternative arrangements for cremation in view of increasing deaths due to COVID-19. Justice Antony Dominic took a suo motu case based on media reports in this regard and directed the District Collector to enquire into the matter and file a report. With increasing deaths including those due to COVID-19, the existing facilities at crematoriums are inadequate. There are demands for setting up temporary arrangements for cremation.