Archive · 11 Jan 2026
AP Clears ISKCON Project at Penukonda
The government of Andhra Pradesh has given the green light to a big project by ISKCON in Penukonda.
They will build a beautiful golden temple for a deity called Sri Lakshmi Narasimha on a hill, along with a base camp below.
The project will cost a lot of money and will create jobs for many people.
The minister who represents Penukonda is happy because this will bring more tourists and visitors to the area.
The hill is already popular with people from nearby places, and now it will become even more famous.
Andhra Pradesh government has approved the ISKCON project at Penukonda in Satya Sai district.
The project includes a Golden Temple for Sri Lakshmi Narasimha on Penukonda Hill and a base camp below.
Total investment for the project is ₹425.20 crore, covering 60 acres of land.
The project is expected to generate employment for 4,035 people directly and indirectly.
The ISKCON Spiritual and Cultural Centre is anticipated to boost tourism and spiritual activities in the region.
- Who
- ISKCON Bengaluru, Andhra Pradesh Government
- What
- Approval and clearance for ISKCON project at Penukonda
- When
- Recently (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Penukonda, Satya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To boost tourism, spiritual activities, and generate employment
- Project Location
- Penukonda, Satya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh
- Project Investment
- ₹425.20 crore
- Project Area
- 60 acres
- Employment Generation
- 4,035 people (direct and indirect)
- Key Structures
- Golden Temple for Sri Lakshmi Narasimha, base camp
