A delegation engaged in reviewing the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Capital Metro Project visited the Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam atop Indrakeeladri here on Wednesday (July 2).
The team included Jayadeep, Joint Secretary to the Union government (Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs – MoHUA), retired Chief Engineer Ramakrishna Reddy and State government representatives.
During their visit, the officials discussed the project with temple Executive Officer V.K. Seenanayak. They were also spoke about the recent reforms and enhancements undertaken at the temple.
Impressed by the developments, the officials congratulated the EO for upgrading temple facilities, preserving its spiritual sanctity and improving the pilgrim experience.
Meanwhile, members of the Andhra Pradesh Sādhu Parishad visited the Kanaka Durga Temple as part of the ongoing National Hindu Religious Conference being held in Vijayawada. They were accorded a warm welcome.
After the darshan, the Sadhu Parishad members participated in the Aashada saare programme at the Mahamandapam on the premises.
Speaking on the occasion, the sadhus lauded the temple’s initiatives in upholding Sanātana Dharma, including the organisation of collective spiritual events, free prasadam distribution, and annadanam (offering of meals) to devotees.
They praised the temple management for fostering an atmosphere that blends devotion with community service, calling it a model for other temples in the country.
Published – July 02, 2025 06:34 pm IST
