Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Protest Demands Transparent Auction of Temple Lands
In Wanaparthy, a protest was held by the Telangana Rajyadhikara Party demanding a transparent auction of the Chennakesava Swamy temple lands.
The protesters accused the Gangireddy family of leasing about 32 acres of temple land at a very low price, denying local SC, ST, and BC communities the opportunity to cultivate the lands.
The protesters also criticized the alleged intimidation tactics used against those who question this and demanded that the revenue from the auction be used for temple development and daily rituals.
Leaders from various organizations participated in the protest.
Protest held in Veepanagandla mandal, Wanaparthy.
Demand for transparent public auction of Chennakesava Swamy temple lands.
Allegations against Gangireddy family for leasing 32 acres at a low price.
Criticism of denial of land access to local SC, ST, and BC communities.
Protesters demand revenue from auction be used for temple development.
- Who
- Telangana Rajyadhikara Party, local communities, Gangireddy family
- What
- Protest demanding transparent auction of temple lands
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Veepanagandla mandal, Wanaparthy
- Why
- Alleged high-handedness in land lease and denial of access to local communities
Protesters
Gangireddy Family
Land Lease
Protesters
Demand transparent public auction of temple lands.
Gangireddy Family
Allegedly enjoying lease of 32 acres at a low price.
Community Access
Protesters
Criticize denial of land access to local SC, ST, and BC communities.
Gangireddy Family
No specific stance mentioned.
- Location
- Veepanagandla mandal, Wanaparthy
- Temple
- Chennakesava Swamy temple
- Land Area
- 32 acres
- Protest Organizers
- Telangana Rajyadhikara Party
- Protest Date
- Friday