KADAPA: Amid ongoing concerns over recent demolitions at Kasinayana Ashram, TDP General Secretary N Lokesh has initiated the reconstruction of the sheds at the temple, just 24 hours after promising to fund the restoration from his personal resources.
The structures have been cleared, and the new sheds are set to be built. The reconstruction follows the directives of TDP chief N. Chandrababu Naidu, with TDP Badvel Coordinator Rithesh Reddy meeting Union Minister for Environment and Forests Bhupender Yadav in Delhi to secure necessary forest clearances. Yadav acknowledged the situation’s urgency and assured a prompt resolution.
The delegation included BJP leaders Daggubati Purandeswari and C. Adinarayana Reddy, along with representatives from RSS and VHP. The Forest Department’s role in the demolitions, particularly in the Tiger Reserve Zone, has been a focal point in ongoing discussions about the ashram’s future.
Avinash seeks forest approvals for Kshetram
Kadapa MP YS Avinash Reddy has urged officials to secure Forest Department approvals for buildings at Jyothi Kshetram in Kasinayana Mandal, located in the Badvel constituency. Avinash visited the site on Thursday, inspecting demolished structures like shelters, a cowshed, and bathing rooms. He expressed disappointment over the Forest Department’s sudden actions, given the area’s spiritual significance, including the samadhi of Avadhuta Kashireddy Nayana.
Avinash noted that former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had previously requested land approvals for the ashram and temple. He criticized the demolitions and questioned how various departments had acted without proper government oversight. The MP stressed that securing forest approvals was crucial for future development and vowed to continue efforts to protect the site’s integrity.
In related news, Mydukur RTC Depot Manager Srirama Kumar announced the resumption of bus services to Jyothi Kshetram, starting from Mydukur and Porumamilla, to ease access for devotees.
Collector’s commitment to Kshetram restoration
Kadapa Collector Sreedhar Cherukuri visited the Jyothi Kshetram to assess its condition. He offered prayers at the Sri Avadhuta Kashireddy Nayana temple and discussed the site’s challenges with the temple priest. The Collector was briefed on regulatory issues affecting the temple’s development, particularly those imposed by the Forest Department and Central Environmental Board.
He visited key facilities, including the Annadanam centre and Goshala, and assured the public that the district administration would support the restoration of Jyothi Kshetram while complying with government regulations. Badvel RDO Chandramohan and Endowments Department Assistant Commissioner Mallikarjuna were also part of the visit.