Karregutalu Hills Road Completion Set to Boost Tourism and Local Access
Once stronghold of maoists, Karregutalu to become accessible as road nears completion
The Hindu
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The 29-km road construction through Mulugu district is nearing completion, making the scenic Karreguttalu Hills in Telangana accessible to the public. This development, which follows the area being declared Naxal-free, aims to enhance tourism and improve local community access to essential services.
- 01Only 1.5 km of the road remains to be completed within Telangana.
- 02The road construction faced challenges, including the need to clear landmines previously planted by Maoists.
- 03The area was declared Naxal-free after security forces killed 31 Maoists between April 21 and May 11, 2025.
- 04The road is expected to significantly benefit local Gotti Koya tribal communities by improving access to transportation and healthcare.
- 05Officials anticipate Karreguttalu Hills will become a key tourist destination due to its natural beauty and adventure tourism potential.
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The construction of a 29-km road through the forested regions of Mulugu district in Telangana is nearing completion, which will soon make the scenic Karreguttalu Hills accessible to the general public and tourists. This area, once a stronghold of the Communist Party of India (Maoist), features 15 to 20 peaks with waterfalls, caves, and narrow valleys. As of now, only 1.5 km of the road remains to be completed. Mulugu Superintendent of Police, Sudhir Ramnath Kekan, noted that the road construction faced significant challenges, including the need to clear landmines planted by Maoists. The region was declared Naxal-free following a successful operation by security forces, which killed 31 Maoists between April and May 2025. The Telangana and Chhattisgarh governments, with central support, are now focused on promoting tourism in the area while ensuring it remains free of extremist activities. The road is expected to greatly benefit local communities, particularly the Gotti Koya tribals, by improving access to transportation, healthcare, and education. The region, known for its Ooty-like climate, has potential for adventure tourism, including caving and rock climbing, and is expected to attract visitors due to its proximity to the popular Bogatha waterfall.
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The new road will enhance access to essential services for local communities, particularly benefiting the Gotti Koya tribals.
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