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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
Jungle safari to come up at Mulapadu Butterfly Park in Andhra
VIJAYAWADA: In a significant move to promote forest tourism and increase revenue for forest development, the NTR district forest department is gearing up to launch a Jungle Safari at the Mulapadu Butterfly Park on a trial basis. Located within the Kondapalli Reserve Forest at Mulapadu village, the Butterfly Park was inaugurated in 2018 and has since become a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. It is the first of its kind in NTR district and the second in Andhra Pradesh after Visakhapatnam. The park is home to nearly 50 species of butterflies, including 15 rare ones. To enhance the visitor experience, the forest department, in collaboration with NGOs, developed a two-kilometre butterfly trail where visitors can observe various butterfly species in their natural habitat. The park underwent further development recently, funded with `1.5 crore from APGENCO's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative and `2 crore from Nagaravanam funds. It reopened to the public in January this year with upgraded amenities. Taking a major leap forward, the department plans to introduce a Jungle Safari covering a 14-kilometre route through the forest, culminating at the famous Lord Anjaneya Swamy temple. Two vehicles have been procured and are being modified for the safari. 'We fixed a charge of `300 per person. The Jungle Safari will be launched soon and operated based on public response,' said NTR District Forest Officer Satish. Over the past six months, the Butterfly Park has attracted more than 18,000 visitors, generating `5 lakh in revenue. Officials expect the Jungle Safari to further boost tourist footfall, particularly during weekends, when additional rides will be arranged. Simultaneously, the department is working to strengthen wildlife-friendly infrastructure, including check dams and water tanks, and plans to restrict private vehicle access near the park to protect the habitat. An open information centre has been set up to educate visitors about butterflies, along with a butterfly-themed children's play area. Additionally, proposals are under discussion for establishing a zoo spanning 200 to 300 acres within the Kondapalli Reserve Forest, aiming to position the area as a leading eco-tourism hub in AP.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Special pujas performed to Anjaneya Swamy
Guntur: Special pujas were performed to Lord Sri Anjaneya Swamy on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanthi on Thursday at all the Anjaneya Swamy Temples in the district. Special pujas with betel nut leaves were performed to Lord Sri Anjaneya Swamy at Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Old Guntur. Special pujas were performed with various flowers and garlands offered to Lord Anjaneya Swamy. A large number of devotees visited the temple and performed pujas seeking the blessings of Lord Anjaneya Swamy. The devotees performed Hanuman Chalisa. The Devasthanam authorities offered Teerdham and Prasadam to the devotees who visited the temple. Meanwhile, Hanuman Jayanti celebrations were celebrated at Etukuru of Guntur city on Thursday under the aegis of Tulasi Ramachandra Prabhu, head of the Tulasi group of companies. Special pujas were performed to Lord Hanuman on this occasion. Later, they served meals to the devotees who participated in the programme.
Hans India
22-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Devotees rush increases at Tirumala, Hanuman jayanti celebrations set for today
Tirumala is currently experiencing a significant influx of devotees, with the queue for darshan stretching outside the temple premises. Devotees without tickets are currently facing wait times of approximately 15 hours for darshan, whereas those with special entry tickets are enjoying a considerably shorter wait of around six hours. As of Wednesday midnight, a staggering 80,964 devotees had received darshan of Lord Venkateswara, while 32,125 individuals participated in the offering of hair. The donations in the hundis have totalled an impressive Rs. 4.24 crores. In conjunction with the ongoing influx of devotees, Hanuman Jayanti celebrations are set to take place on Thursday at various Sri Anjaneya Swamy temples under the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Preparations have been completed for special pujas at numerous temples, including the Anjaneya Swamy Temple opposite the GT Temple, Math Anjaneya Swamy Temple on Gandhi Road, Abhaya Anjaneya Swamy Temple at the Old Huzur Office, and Sri Bhakta Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Alipiri Sripadala Mandapam, among others. Special arrangements have also been made at the Sri Abhaya Hasta Anjaneya Swamy Temple within the Kapilatheertham Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple and the Sri Sanjeevaraya Swamy Temple opposite the Ontimitta Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple
United News of India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Telangana CM to launch Rs 12,600cr "Indira Saura Giri Jal Vikasam" scheme in Nagarkurnool
Nagarkurnool (Telangana), May 19 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will visit Nagarkurnool district on Monday to launch the ambitious 'Indira Saura Giri Jal Vikasam' scheme, aimed at improving irrigation and water accessibility in tribal and remote areas through solar-powered solutions. Official sources said the scheme will be officially inaugurated in the Macharam village of Amrabad Mandal. It has a total budget allocation of Rs 12,600 crore. As part of the initiative, the state government will provide a 100 per cent subsidy of Rs 6 lakh per unit to eligible beneficiaries. During the launch event, the Chief Minister will distribute solar pump sets to farmers and other beneficiaries under the scheme. Following the inauguration, CM Revanth Reddy will visit the historic Sitaramanjaneya temple and later address a public meeting, where he is expected to reiterate the government's commitment to inclusive rural development. Later in the day, the Chief Minister will proceed to his hometown, Kondareddypalle, where he will offer special pujas at the Anjaneya Swamy temple. He is scheduled to return to Hyderabad in the evening, the sources added. UNI VV ARN
