Srisailam temple tableau wins second prize in ID celebrations
The Srisailam temple tableau, themed 'Dharmapatha', won second prize at the 80th Independence Day celebrations in Nandyal. The display showcased digital governance initiatives and community outreach programs.
Why it matters
It highlights the integration of modern digital governance and social welfare programs within traditional religious institutions in India.
The tableau displayed by the Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple, Srisailam, on the theme ‘Dharmapatha’, or the path of righteousness, won the second prize at the 80th Independence Day celebrations in Nandyal town on Saturday (August 15, 2026).
The tableau showed the facilities provided to devotees and the issuance of tickets for darshan, Arjita Sevas and prasadam through the ‘Mana Mitra’ governance system.
It also showed details of tickets available online and the online registration assistance centres set up within the temple precincts.
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