Prakasam Barrage lightning up for Krishna Pushkaralu

The Prakasam Barrage, stretching majestically across the Krishna River in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, is not just an engineering marvel but also a hub of tourism and culture. Built to regulate water flow, support irrigation, and supply drinking water, this barrage has transformed the delta region into one of India’s most fertile belts. Today, it also serves as a scenic landmark, drawing thousands of visitors to witness its grandeur. 

 Historical Significance

• Originally constructed in 1855, the barrage was later modernized and named after Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, the first Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.

• The structure symbolizes Andhra’s rich engineering legacy and its contribution to the state’s agricultural prosperity.

Key Features

• Length: About 1223.5 meters across the Krishna River.

• Purpose: Supplies irrigation to nearly 1.3 million acres of farmland.

• Design: Equipped with 70 gates, balancing flood control and water distribution.

• Tourism Value: Offers stunning views of the Krishna River, especially illuminated at night.

Tourist Attractions Near Prakasam Barrage

• 🌊 Bhavani Island – A river island known for boating and eco-tourism activities.

• 🛕 Kanaka Durga Temple – A revered shrine located on Indrakeeladri Hill, overlooking the barrage.

• 🏞 Undavalli Caves – Rock-cut architecture showcasing Gupta-era art.

• 🌆 Krishna Riverfront – Evening walks, local street food, and vibrant city lights.

Best Time to Visit

• October to March: Pleasant weather for sightseeing.

• Evenings: When the barrage is beautifully illuminated, creating a picturesque backdrop for photography.

How to Reach

• By Air: Vijayawada International Airport (22 km).

• By Rail: Vijayawada Junction – one of India’s busiest railway stations, well-connected nationwide.

• By Road: Accessible via NH16 and state highways. 

Accommodation Near Prakasam Barrage

• Luxury hotels in Vijayawada city.

• Budget lodges and guesthouses near the riverfront.

• Andhra Pradesh Tourism (APTDC) hotels for comfortable stays. 

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FAQs

1. What is the main purpose of Prakasam Barrage?
It supplies irrigation water, supports agriculture, provides drinking water, and regulates floods.

2. Is Prakasam Barrage open to tourists?
Yes, visitors can walk or drive across and enjoy river views.

3. What are the best attractions near the barrage?
Bhavani Island, Kanaka Durga Temple, and Undavalli Caves are must-visits.

4. Why is it called Prakasam Barrage?
It is named after Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, a freedom fighter and Andhra Pradesh’s first Chief Minister.

5. Can I take a boat ride near Prakasam Barrage?
Yes, boating is available at Bhavani Island and nearby riverfront areas.  

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Hyderabad: The state government will install a statute of goddess Krishnaveni on the banks of the Krishna at Beechpally in Mahbubnagar for the first Krishna Pushkaralu in the new state. It will be unveiled by Chief Minster K. Chandrasekhar Rao on August 12, when the pushkaralu begin. The old statute, made of concrete and Plaster of Paris, was damaged during the floods in 2009.

Sculptor N. Nagababu from Gouthampally in Telkapally mandal of Mahbubnagar district was chosen to prepare the two statues. An official from said that one statue would be unveiled at the Hanuman temple at Beechpally on the banks of the Krishna near the Pushkar ghat and another at the collectorate to mark the first pushkaralu. “When the collector visited Telkapally earlier, she was impressed by the sculptures designed by Mr Nagababu picked him for his skills,” the official said.

Mr Nagababu, a student of prominent sculptor Janardhanacharyulu of Ongole, said he was given the order 10 days back and work begun the same day. “We will hand them by August 7,” he said. Each statue will be 10 feet tall, and the sculptor has opted for Martur stones from Prakasam district. “The black and blue stone from Martur has a long life,” he said.

He said that the statues would be expensive, with raw material and craftsmanship costing about Rs 1.5 lakh each.
source : deccan chronicle 02/08/2016

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Already many works are done and some of the ghat works are in final phase. Krishna Pushkaralu has been proposed at old Amaravati ghat with a length of 1.5 km.
Especially the big 125-feet height Dhyana Buddha statue is going to be decorated and going to be feast for the visitors to look at it.
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The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has begun to setting up a replica of Tirumala temple at PWD Grounds in Vijayawada to enable pilgrims to have darshan of Lord Venkateswara during Krishna Pushkaralu. The replica temple will be opened for darshan on August 7 after performing special rituals. It will be a major attraction during Krishna Pushkaralu scheduled from August 12 to 23.

Devotees will be offered `Chakkera Pongali’ and `Pulihora’ as Anna Prasadam apart from Mini-Laddu prasadam. Anna Prasadam will be served to 25,000 devotees every day. The temple premises will be under the surveillance of CCTV cameras as over 75,000 devotees are expected to have darshan of the Lord every day.

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Andhra Pradesh government, which is utilising all kinds of platforms to promote Brand Amaravati across the globe, is now gearing up to utilise the ensuing 12-day Krishna Pushkarams, beginning on August 12,  to promote Brand Amaravati in a big way.

A series of events, including tourism promotion events, cultural programmes, laser shows and food festivals are being planned during the 12-day mega event.

“This is the first Krishna Pushkarams which will be organised in the capital region in the reorganised state and chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu wants to make the river festival a memorable event. We are, therefore, making all-out efforts to make the event successful,” principal secretary (endowments) JSV Prasad has said.

Prasad, who is supervising the arrangements for the Pushkarams, held a review meeting with senior officials of the departments concerned at the Secretariat here on Thursday.

“We want to utilise the event to promote Amaravati and all the important tourism, cultural and religious centres situated in the districts of Krishna, Guntur and Kurnool where the festival is being held. We want people to not only take part in the Pushkarams but also see other religious and tourist places,” he said.

According to Prasad, four projects are coming up in the Amaravati region under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spirituality Augmentation Drive (PRASAD), which will help in the beautification of the capital region. Under PRASAD, the Centre has sanctioned about Rs  40 crore which will be utilised for the Amaravati heritage development project, development of Sri Amaralingeswra Swami temple, lighting of  the 125-foot-tall Buddha statue in the capital region and the river front development project.

“All these projects will be ready before the commencement of Krishna Pushkarams. We want pilgrims and visitors to witness the development taking place in Amaravati,” he said. 

About three crore people are expected to take a holy dip in the river during the Pushkarams. Vijayawada, Vedadri, Mopidevi and Hamsaladeevi in Krishna district; Amaravati and Sitanagaram in Guntur district; and Srisailam and Sangameswaram in Kurnool district will attract lakhs of devotees from far-off places.

The government plans to construct about 125 new bathing ghats and renovate around 150 temples which are situated on the banks of the Krishna in Kurnool, Guntur and Krishna districts. According to a preliminary estimate Rs  3,846 crore will be spent on  various developmental works planned to coincide with the Pushkarams.

The roads and buildings department has sought Rs  1,961 crore, irrigation department Rs  664 crore, municipal administration and urban development Rs  970 crore, panchayat raj department Rs  140 crore and health department Rs  48 crore.

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6) Kumbha Haarathi
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Pushkaram is a holy festival that is celebrated once in every 12 years at each of the 12 major rivers of India, the Krishna is one among them.
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Theoretically, the festival lasts as long as Jupiter remains in the corresponding zodiac sign (generally, for one year).
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