Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka announced in Khammam that temple development works worth ₹2,500 crore are underway across Telangana. These projects are being expedited in anticipation of the Godavari Pushkaralu next year.

The state government is spending approximately ₹2,000 crore on developing temples located along the Godavari river and its banks. This investment aims to enhance facilities and infrastructure at these religious sites.

For the development of Sri Sitaramachandra Swamy temple in Bhadrachalam, an allocation of ₹276 crore has been made. This funding will support various improvements at the revered temple.

Additionally, ₹354 crore has been earmarked for the development of Sri Gnana Saraswati temple in Basar, Bhatti Vikramarka stated. These funds will facilitate upgrades and expansion at the temple.