Hyderabad held its breath on Saturday as Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made a direct appeal to Ganesh mandap organizers: share your guest lists and venue details with police. It’s a move aimed squarely at tightening security during one of the state’s most vibrant—and crowded—festivals.

Key facts

  • CM Revanth Reddy made the request during a review meeting on September 12, 2026.
  • Organizers are urged to share details of venues and invited guests.
  • The state provides free electricity to Ganesh mandaps—a claimed unique facility.

Why the push for details?

Revanth Reddy framed it plainly. Giving police a heads-up on where mandaps will stand and who’s coming allows them to plan. Precautionary measures can be put in place. Traffic snarls might be avoided. And if something goes wrong—well, they’ll know where to rush.

He stressed that peace in Hyderabad isn’t just about tradition; it’s economic. “Investments can be attracted to Hyderabad only when the city remains peaceful,” he said. The message was clear: celebration shouldn’t come at the cost of calm.

More than just security

The government isn’t just asking—it’s giving too. Reddy highlighted that Telangana offers free electricity to mandaps, a benefit he says isn’t matched anywhere else in India. Organizers need only apply to the concerned authorities to tap into it.

And looking ahead, the CM directed officials to weave Ganesh immersion arrangements right into the design of new lakes. Think of it like infrastructure for joy—built thoughtfully, ahead of time.