Medaram Jathara 2026: Temporary RTC Bus Station Inaugurated | 4,000 RTC Buses Deployed

The Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma Jathara 2026, the world’s largest tribal congregation, will witness the movement of lakhs of devotees to the sacred forest shrine in Mulugu district, Telangana. To manage this massive influx, the Telangana Government and TSRTC have rolled out a well-planned, large-scale public transport system, anchored by a newly inaugurated Temporary RTC Bus Station at Medaram.

This guide explains district-wise RTC bus routes, boarding points, travel corridors, timelines, and facilities, helping devotees plan a safe, smooth, and dignified journey. 

Overview: RTC Transport Arrangements for Medaram Jathara 2026

• 4,000+ RTC buses deployed initially (with scope for additional buses)

• Special RTC services from January 20 to February 1, 2026

• Dedicated Temporary RTC Bus Station at Medaram

• Hundreds of RTC officers & staff on ground

• Child Tracking System implemented to prevent missing children

• Priority entry for RTC buses close to Gaddelu

• Strong emphasis on public transport over private vehicles

Devotees are strongly advised to prefer RTC buses for congestion-free access.

Temporary RTC Bus Station – Medaram

• Located at the closest permitted access point to Gaddelu

• Connected through exclusive pedestrian corridors

• Separate entry and exit movement for buses

• Help desks, signage, police coordination & medical teams present

• Continuous return bus availability after darshan

Hyderabad → Medaram RTC Bus Services (Highest Demand Corridor)

Major Boarding Points

• MGBS (Imliban / Gandhi Bhavan side)

• JBS, Secunderabad

• Uppal

• LB Nagar

• Kukatpally

• Miyapur

• ECIL

Main Routes

• Hyderabad → Warangal → Mulugu → Medaram

• Hyderabad → Bhupalpally → Eturnagaram → Medaram

Service Pattern

• 24×7 operations

• Ordinary, Express & Super Luxury buses

• Additional night services on peak days

⏱️ Approx travel time: 8–10 hours

 

Warangal & Hanamkonda Region → Medaram

Warangal acts as a key redistribution hub.

Routes

• Warangal → Mulugu → Medaram

• Hanamkonda → Govindaraopet → Medaram

Frequency

• High-frequency services at short intervals

⏱️ Travel time: 4–5 hours

Mulugu District → Medaram (Maximum Shuttle Services)

As the host district, Mulugu receives the highest bus density.

Boarding Locations

• Mulugu

• Govindaraopet

• Mangapet

• Venkatapur

• Wazeedu

• Tadvai

Key Advantage

• Very short routes

• Continuous shuttle-style services

• Ideal for senior citizens and families

⏱️ Travel time: 30 minutes to 1.5 hours

Bhupalpally & Manthani → Medaram

Routes

• Bhupalpally → Eturnagaram → Medaram

• Manthani → Mulugu → Medaram

These routes handle northern Telangana pilgrim traffic.

Karimnagar & Peddapalli → Medaram RTC Buses

Routes

• Karimnagar → Jagtial → Bhupalpally → Medaram

• Peddapalli → Manthani → Mulugu → Medaram

Special long-distance buses operate during peak darshan days.

Khammam & Bhadradri Kothagudem → Medaram

Routes

• Khammam → Warangal → Medaram

• Kothagudem → Manuguru → Eturnagaram → Medaram

These routes are crucial for southern Telangana devotees

Mahabubabad & Jangaon → Medaram

Routes

• Mahabubabad → Warangal → Mulugu → Medaram

• Jangaon → Warangal → Medaram

Short to medium-distance services with frequent departures.

Nizamabad & Adilabad Regions → Medaram

Routes

• Nizamabad → Karimnagar → Warangal → Medaram

• Adilabad → Mancherial → Bhupalpally → Medaram

Operated mainly as special long-haul services.

Inter-State Services (Based on Demand)

Expected coordination services from:

• Andhra Pradesh: Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam

• Maharashtra: Nagpur, Chandrapur

(Services subject to pilgrim flow and demand patterns)

Return Journey from Medaram

• Continuous RTC buses available from temporary bus station

• No fixed “last bus” — services run based on crowd volume

• Separate queues for different districts

Why RTC Buses Are the Best Option for Medaram Jathara

• Allowed closer to shrine than private vehicles

• Reduced walking distance

• No parking chaos

• Safer forest-road travel

• Better crowd management

• Child Tracking System coverage

• Lower environmental impact

Important Travel Advisory for Devotees

• Use only official RTC boarding points

• Avoid bringing private vehicles near Medaram

• Travel during early morning or late night to avoid peak congestion

• Keep children tagged with ID details

• Follow RTC staff and police instructions

FAQ – Medaram RTC Travel 2026

Are RTC buses available throughout the day?
Yes. Services operate round the clock from major districts.

Do buses go directly to Gaddelu?
Buses go up to the temporary RTC bus station, the closest permitted point.

Are return buses guaranteed?
Yes. RTC ensures continuous return services.

Is RTC travel safe for women and elderly?
Yes. Dedicated staff, security, and medical teams are deployed.

People Also Ask (PAA)

Which district has the maximum RTC buses to Medaram?
Mulugu and Hyderabad regions.

Is RTC compulsory for Medaram Jathara?
Not compulsory, but strongly recommended due to restrictions on private vehicles.

Will RTC fares be increased?
Standard festival fares apply; no arbitrary pricing.

Final Word

The district-wise RTC transport plan for Medaram Jathara 2026 reflects a people-centric, safety-first approach, ensuring that every devotee reaches the sacred Sammakka–Saralamma shrine comfortably, securely, and with dignity.

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