The Minister for Animal Husbandry, Talasani Srinivas Yadav, announced that the State government will give silk sarees to 26 temples in the twin cities during the Ashadam Bonalu festival celebrations, starting on June 22. The Minister, along with Education Minister Sabitha Indra Reddy, Labour Minister Malla Reddy, and GHMC Mayor Gadwala Vijaya Laxmi, held a meeting with officials to review the arrangements for the festival.
The State government has set aside Rs.15 crores for the Bonalu festival, and all temples will receive financial assistance one week before the festival starts. Last year, financial assistance was given to 3,039 temples in the twin cities, and the same will happen this year. The Minister requested that all temple committees submit their application papers as soon as possible.
During the meeting, officials were directed to make sure that all temples are illuminated with colourful lights and cultural programmes are organised at notable temples during the celebrations.
