The priests of the Sammakka Saralamma Jatara announced the 2026 dates. The tribal festival begins on January 28 in Medaram, with deities arriving at Gaddelu and returning to the forest on January 31 after prayers by lakhs of devotees
Mulugu: The State government is focusing on improving the facilities including the basic amenities for the benefit of the pilgrims visiting Medaram Sammakka-Sarakka biennial Jatara, which is Asia’s biggest tribal congregation, to be held in the district. Unlike the past, the district administration is now focusing on creating permanent facilities rather than temporary arrangements as […]
