Thekke Vavannur Pottakkuzhi Mana Sreenath Namboodiri has been selected as the new Melsanthi of Sreekrishna Temple, Guruvayur. He was selected by a draw of lots at the temple from 40 candidates shortlisted for the post . Outgoing Melsanthi Thottam Sivakaran Namboodiri drew the lot. The six-month term of the new Melsanthi will begin on October 1.