Archive · 15 Aug 2025
High Court Seeks Explanation on Peddamma Temple Demolition
The High Court in Telangana is looking into why the Peddamma temple was torn down.
The court wants to know what happened and has told the government to explain.
They've also told officials to protect the statue of the deity.
A person filed a complaint saying the demolition was wrong and wants the temple rebuilt.
They are also requesting a court investigation into the removal of the statue and action against those responsible.
The court will hear more on August 18th, after officials provide their response.
Telangana High Court seeks details on Peddamma temple demolition.
The court ordered the statue of the Peddamma deity to be kept safe.
Hyderabad collector and tahsildar were directed to file a counter affidavit.
Hearing was adjourned to August 18th.
A petition seeks temple reconstruction and inquiry into the statue's removal.
- Who
- The Telangana High Court, Palle Vinod Kumar Reddy.
- What
- The Telangana High Court is seeking details on the demolition of the Peddamma temple.
- When
- The court hearing was on Thursday and adjourned to August 18.
- Where
- MLA Quarters, Road No. 12 in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad.
- Why
- To determine the legality of the demolition and the handling of the deity's statue.
Petitioner's View
Government's View (Unknown)
Legality of Demolition
Petitioner's View
Demolition was illegal, violating constitutional rights.
Government's View (Unknown)
N/A
Reinstallation of Deity
Petitioner's View
Wants reinstallation of the deity with rituals.
Government's View (Unknown)
N/A
- Court
- Telangana High Court
- Subject
- Demolition of Peddamma Annavaram temple
- Location
- MLA Quarters, Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
- Petitioner
- Palle Vinod Kumar Reddy
- Next Hearing
- August 18