HDPT advocates UNESCO World Heritage recognition for Nallamala Sanctuary
The Hindu Dharma Parirakshana Trust is advocating for UNESCO World Heritage status for the Nallamala Sanctuary and the Gundlakamma River. The initiative aims to preserve the region's ecological and cultural significance, including ancient sites like the Chandavaram Buddhist Stupa.
Why it matters
Securing UNESCO status would provide international protection for an under-represented ecosystem in the Eastern Ghats while promoting cultural heritage conservation.
HDPT advocates UNESCO World Heritage recognition for Nallamala Sanctuary left A view of Gundlakamma River near Manikeswaram village in Addanki mandal of Prakasam district. KOMMURI SRINIVAS KOMMURI SRINIVAS https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/oa44is/article71589107.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9604_15_10_2026_17_2_42_2_WHATSAPPIMAGE2026_10_15AT160248.JPEG KOMMURI SRINIVAS Markapuram, AP, 15-10-2026: A stunning view of Gundlakamma River near Manikeswaram village in Addanki mandal of Prakasam district. Photo: Kommuri Srinivas Markapuram Andhra Pradesh State Hindu Dharma Parirakshana Trust (HDPT) has proposed collective efforts to achieve World Heritage Site status to ‘Nallamala Sanctuary – River Gundlakamma’ from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for its outstanding natural and cultural significance. HDPT Chairman Dasari Srinivasulu is presently on a nine-day awareness tour (Padayatra), which commenced on October 11, along the banks of River Gundlakamma to protect the water-body for the future generations and preserve its rich heritage. He identified several ancient temples and historic sites, including Chandavaram Buddhist Stupa, that needs immediate attention.
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