CM Revanth Reddy to Lay Basara Temple Foundation Stones Ahead of Godavari Pushkaralu

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed officials to ensure strict measures to prevent any political activities within temple premises across the state. On Saturday, he, along with Endowments Minister Konda Surekha and senior officials, reviewed the master plan development of Basara Sri Gnana Saraswati Temple in Nirmal district.

The CM advised that, similar to the Tirumala Tirupati Venkateswara Temple , rules should be framed to prohibit political speeches, rallies, or any political activity in all major temple premises across Telangana. Emphasising the importance of crowd management, he directed the construction of wide roads around temples and that only electric vehicles (EVs) be allowed within temple complexes. He called for stricter regulations to preserve the spiritual sanctity and holiness of temples.

State Minister Jupalli Krishna Rao said the government aims to transform Basara Sri Gnana Saraswati Temple into an international-level spiritual and tourist centre . Ahead of the CM’s visit on April 6 , Ministers Jupalli Krishna Rao and Gaddam Vivek Venkataswamy conducted an on-site inspection of the arrangements.

During a review meeting at Rajanna Guest House , Minister Jupalli stated that under the “Praja Palana – Pragathi” programme , the temple would undergo development works worth ₹300 crore , providing state-of-the-art facilities for devotees from across India. He added that the upcoming Godavari Pushkaralu would be celebrated with grandeur akin to Kumbh Mela , and the government has finalized detailed preparations for the event.

Ahead of the CM’s visit, routes and sites for foundation stone laying ceremonies were inspected by the ministers along with District Collector Abhilash Abhinav and SP Janaki Sharmila , with strict instructions to ensure arrangements are flawless. Prior to the inspection, the ministers offered special prayers , received prasadam , and were blessed by Vedic scholars .

Officials updated the ministers on the progress of temple development works . The programme was attended by MLAs Mudhol, Khanapur – Pawar Ramarao Patel, Vedma Bojju Patel , Additional Collector Venkateshwar , Bheemunipatnam Sub-Collector Ajmeera Sanketh Kumar , temple EO Vijaya Ramarao , and other public representatives. Ministers urged all departments to coordinate efficiently to make Basara shine as a prominent pilgrimage site and ensure the CM’s visit is successful and smooth.