Srisailam temple trust board to build permanent public toilet complexes for pilgrims
The Srisailam temple trust board has approved the construction of 20 permanent public toilet complexes within the temple premises using the BOT model, aiming to improve sanitation for pilgrims. The locations were chosen based on high footfall, and the project is expected to be completed within six months. The decision was made during the board's sixth meeting held on April 28, 2026, with both virtual and in-person participation. All facilities will include essential amenities to serve visitors effectively.
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The Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple trust board, Srisailam, decided to construct permanent public toilet complexes equipped with all necessary amenities at a total of 20 identified locations within the temple precincts under BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) model. These locations were selected based on the volume of pilgrim traffic in those areas and the works would be completed within the next six months, a press release stated.The sixth meeting of the Board of Trustees was held on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) with chairman Pothugunta Ramesh Naidu and some members participating via video conference, while Executive Officer M. Srinivasa Rao, along with other members and special invitees participated in person at the Administration building in Srisailam.
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