It is said that the King of Kalakkad visited the temple, seeking a cure for his leprosy. Upon completing his penance in front of the status of the serpent king, he was miraculously cured. In gratitude, the king ordered the repair and expansion of the temple, and made it into the current majestic structure that it is today. For spreading Madhva philosophy, the 21st swamiji of mutt, Sri Sri Sri Vibhudesha Theertharu, started to travel towards Coorg. During this tour, he established Sri Subramanya Temple at Sorlabbi. Then he visited Ramanathapura & stayed there for meditation & pooja. After completion of his pooja & meditation, he stayed at "Sankranthi Mantapa".