Hyderabad: The Telangana government approved ₹251 crore for Sammakka-Saralamma Temple development in Medaram, Mulugu district. The revered shrine will soon undergo major upgrades as part of preparations for the upcoming Medaram Jatara.
Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy inspects temple works in Medaram
Warangal In-Charge Minister and I&PR Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, along with Panchayat Raj Minister Dhanasari Anasuya (Seethakka), inspected the works on Monday. During the visit, they reviewed progress with district officials and discussed deadlines to accelerate construction.
Ponguleti explained that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy recently sanctioned ₹101 crore for the project. Out of this, tenders worth ₹71 crore are already in progress. When combined with the earlier ₹150 crore, the total funding now stands at ₹251 crore. Therefore, the Minister said, the government will execute the temple’s development in a phased and lasting manner.
Government targets transparent and time-bound development
The Minister emphasised that the government will use Medaram Jatara funds effectively to avoid any waste. Furthermore, new infrastructure such as roads, sanitation systems, and public amenities will benefit both tribal and non-tribal devotees who worship Sammakka and Saralamma.
He instructed the District Collector and Superintendent of Police to complete all works within 50 days. Moreover, he said Minister Seethakka would personally monitor progress while officials incorporate feedback from devotees and local representatives.
Over one crore devotees expected at Medaram Jatara
Highlighting the cultural and spiritual significance of the Medaram Jatara, Ponguleti said the previous event drew more than one crore devotees. Consequently, he expressed confidence that attendance would rise further this year due to large-scale development and better facilities.
MP Balaram Naik and senior district officials also joined the review meeting and discussed measures to complete the remaining works swiftly.
₹251 Crore for Sammakka-Saralamma Temple Development
Over One Crore Devotees Expected This YearWarangal In-Charge Minister Revenue, Housing, and I&PR Minister shri Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy announced that the State Government is investing ₹251 crore for the comprehensive… pic.twitter.com/uh9hz9lfiZ
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