A monumental spiritual gathering honoring Sammakka & Saralamma from Jan 28 to Jan 31st 2026. Elevating indigenous heritage to global standards.
Cultural & Spiritual Essence
Preserving 13th-century traditions through ancestral respect and indigenous rituals.
Ancestral Resistance
Commemorating the 13th-century stand of Sammakka and Saralamma against injustice.
Bangaram Offering
Devotees offer jaggery equivalent to their body weight as a symbolic tribute to the goddesses.
Indigenous Customs
Strictly tribal rituals guided by Koya elders, free from external Vedic influences.
Holy Dip: Jampanna Vagu
A central ritual where pilgrims purify themselves in the sacred tributary of the Godavari River, seeking blessings and spiritual renewal.
The Scale of Preparation
Drawing from the Kumbh Mela blueprint, the 2026 Jatara involves massive infrastructure and logistical foresight.
₹251 Cr Initial Allocation
Direct government funding for infrastructure and immediate festival requirements.
30M+ Anticipated Devotees
A scale comparable to global mega-events, requiring precision management.
50K Personnel Workforce
Coordinated deployment across 21 government departments and volunteers.
Modern Management, Ancient Spirit
From AI-enabled surveillance to 4,000 special buses making 51,000 trips—every detail is engineered for safety and comfort.
The Kumbh Mela Blueprint
Smart Transportation
Intelligent traffic systems, GPS tracking, and a massive 1,510-acre temporary bus station with 42 zones.
Integrated Healthcare
24-hour medical staff, temporary hospitals, and mobile medical units ready for any emergency.
Advanced Security
AI surveillance cameras monitoring crowd density in real-time to prevent bottlenecks and ensure safety.
A Legacy of Sustainability
More than just a pilgrimage, Medaram Jatara 2026 sets a precedent for environmentally conscious management in sensitive ecological zones. With a strict plastic-free mandate and focus on local economic empowerment, the festival leaves a footprint of progress, not waste.
- Zero-Plastic Initiative
- Tribal Youth Employment (2,000+ NSS/Volunteers)
- Local Business Integration
- Permanent Tribal Cultural Exhibits
₹300Cr – Total Package, 42Sectors, 4000 Special Buses, 100% Indigenous
“Transcending current stature to become a globally recognized spectacle of tribal devotion, human endeavor, and cultural pride.”
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