Naidu orders speedy construction of 5,000 temples across Andhra Pradesh
Mr. Naidu also ordered restoration of 1,000 ancient temples and called for developing Shiva temples and Shakti Peethas
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) and Endowments Department to expedite the construction of 5,000 new temples across Andhra Pradesh and finalize their sites. During a recent review, TTD Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra reported that proposals have been received for 4,192 temples from 161 constituencies in 28 districts, with 967 temples already completed.
Naidu emphasized the need to prioritize construction in areas representing Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), fishermen communities, and weaker sections, in addition to general areas. He also ordered the restoration of 1,000 ancient temples and the development of Shiva temples and Shakti Peethas.
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