Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Telangana CM Pushes for National Recognition of Medaram Jatara
The Chief Minister of Telangana, Revanth Reddy, wants the Indian government to give special status to the Medaram Maha Jatara, which is a big tribal festival.
He's asking for money to improve the Sammakka Saralamma temple and wants the festival to be considered a national event.
The Chief Minister criticized the central government for supporting other religious events while ignoring Medaram.
He also promised to improve the temple and the event, making sure everything is ready for the next festival in 2026.
The festival draws millions of people every two years.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy visited Medaram and the Sammakka Saralamma temple.
He urged the Centre to fund the temple and grant national festival status to Medaram Jatara.
The next Medaram Maha Jatara is scheduled for January 28-31, 2026.
Reddy criticized the Centre for alleged neglect and promised improvements.
The CM launched a sharp attack on the Centre regarding funds and recognition.
- Who
- Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
- What
- Urged central government to recognize Medaram Maha Jatara as a National Festival and allocate funds.
- When
- September 2025; Next festival: January 2026
- Where
- Medaram, Mulugu district
- Why
- To secure funds and national recognition for the festival.
- Event
- Medaram Maha Jatara (tribal fair)
- Location
- Medaram, Mulugu district
- Main Temple
- Sammakka Saralamma temple
- Frequency
- Every two years
- Next Event
- January 28-31, 2026
- Key Figure
- Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
