Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Bhadrachalam Temple Restoration Before Pushkaram
The minister visited the Bhadrachalam temple and told the workers to finish fixing it up before a big religious event called Godavari Pushkaram.
The government gave 351 crore rupees for this work, and 75 crore has already been spent on buying land.
The minister said to use more workers and check the progress often.
They also want to make sure visitors are comfortable during the construction.
They will build more places for people to bathe and other facilities near the river for the festival.
Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy directed officials to complete the temple restoration before Godavari Pushkaram.
The state government sanctioned Rs 351 crore for the project, with Rs 75 crore spent on land acquisition.
Restoration must follow Agama Shastra guidelines under expert supervision.
Additional workforce and frequent inspections will expedite the project.
Devotees' comfort during construction and expanded amenities for the festival are prioritized.
- Who
- Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy and officials
- What
- Restoration and redevelopment of Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple
- When
- Before the next Godavari Pushkaram, at least 15 days ahead
- Where
- Bhadrachalam
- Why
- To preserve the temple's spiritual and historical significance and prepare for the Pushkaram festival
- Temple
- Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple
- Location
- Bhadrachalam
- Budget
- Rs 351 crore
- Amount Spent
- Rs 75 crore
- Event
- Godavari Pushkaram
- Completion Deadline
- 15 days before Pushkaram
- Additional Workforce
- 25% more
- Inspection Frequency
- Every 10 days