Andhra Pradesh plans technology-driven arrangements for the 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu, with AI crowd analytics, drones, CCTV and QR-based vehicle identification. The 12-day festival is expected to draw nearly 10 crore devotees, with 440 ghats and extensive infrastructure and safety measures planned
The Godavari flood at Bhadrachalam has receded rapidly, leading to the withdrawal of all three flood warnings within 24 hours. While road connectivity has been restored, upstream inflows remain substantial and authorities have begun preparations for sanitation and Pushkaralu-related works.
The Andhra Pradesh government has announced that the Godavari Pushkarams will commence on June 26, 2027, and continue for 12 days till July 7. The dates were finalised based on the opinion of a TTD priest.
Refutes her claim that Telangana was denied central funds for Godavari Pushkarams; cites SASCI-based investments in Ramappa and Somasila projects, urging the Minister to verify facts before commenting