CM Revanth Reddy Extends Greetings on the Occasion of Medaram Jatara

On the occasion of the Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state. Describing Sammakka and Saralamma as enduring symbols of self-respect, he called upon people to celebrate the Medaram Maha Jatara with grandeur. He noted that the festival, renowned as the world’s largest tribal congregation and often referred to as the “Telangana Kumbh Mela,” should be observed as a grand celebration of forest deities, in keeping with tribal and Adivasi traditions, over four days. The Chief Minister stated that the state government has made unprecedented arrangements for the jatara, which is expected to witness the arrival of over a crore devotees.

He recalled that the Medaram temple has been redeveloped in a manner befitting its historic significance under the present people’s government, with substantial funds allocated like never before. With an investment of ₹250 crore, the temple precinct has been expanded, and the platforms (gaddelu) of Sammakka, Saralamma, Govindaraju and Pagididda Raju have been constructed on a larger scale. In line with tribal customs and traditions, the Sammakka–Saralamma gaddelu precinct has been modernized, with ceremonial gateways erected in all four directions. He added that the government has given top priority to the development of roads and permanent infrastructure to ensure that the lakhs of devotees arriving continuously at Medaram face no inconvenience. The Chief Minister emphasized that protecting tribal culture and traditions, and safeguarding Adivasi customs, is a responsibility the government has consciously undertaken.

Recalling the democratic struggle inspired by the spirit of the Medaram goddesses, the Chief Minister said that it was through their blessings that a people’s government was formed in the state. He highlighted that, for the first time in the state’s history, a Council of Ministers meeting was held at the abode of the goddesses. Drawing inspiration from Sammakka and Saralamma, who conveyed the message of laying down one’s life for the people, he reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the development of the state. He reiterated that all necessary arrangements have been made to conduct the four-day festival on a grand scale.

With estimates suggesting that over 1.25 crore devotees will attend the jatara, the Chief Minister directed all government departments to work in close coordination and take all necessary measures to ensure a smooth experience for devotees. From the United States, he spoke over the phone with senior government officials, instructing them to ensure that no devotee faces any difficulty. He appealed to tribals, Adivasis and devotees from across the country to visit the forest deities with devotion, fulfill their vows and take holy dips in the Jampanna Vagu. He also urged devotees to cooperate to ensure that no untoward incidents occur. The Chief Minister instructed the police department and all other departments to work collectively to ensure the Maha Jatara is conducted smoothly and with grandeur and cautioned officials to remain continuously available to devotees throughout the four days, in accordance with the already finalized action plan.