Hyderabad: New tourist attractions have been added at Rashtrapati Nilayam to connect people with its rich heritage. These attractions include the Visitor Facilitation Centre (VFC) and a Floral Clock. President Droupadi Murmu virtually inaugurated the VFC and unveiled a book titled ‘Annual Chronicles of Rashtrapati Nilayam: A Year with President Droupadi Murmu’ to mark the one-year anniversary of Nilayam’s public opening.
Along with the VFC, a functional Floral Clock was also unveiled at Rashtrapati Nilayam. This clock symbolises the eternal cycles of nature and features perennial plants for visitors to enjoy. Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan and Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar were present during the inauguration ceremony.
During the ceremony, Rashtrapati Nilayam also launched its official Instagram handle – @rashtrapatinilayam. This initiative aims to connect with a wider audience and allow enthusiasts to explore the rich heritage of Nilayam virtually.
To enhance the visitor experience, Rashtrapati Nilayam has extended its weekend timings from 10 am to 7 pm, allowing visitors to enjoy the tranquil ambiance during twilight hours. Additionally, a monthly exclusive ‘Night Heritage Walk’ will be organized for select college students to experience the beauty of Nilayam under the starlit sky.
In addition to these initiatives, Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan inaugurated a five-day Handloom and Handicraft exhibition organized by the Department of Handlooms and Textiles, Government of Telangana, at Rashtrapati Nilayam. The exhibition features over 30 stalls from across the State.
