Sri Chamundeshwari Devi Temple

Sri Chamundeshwari Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu shrine located in Chitkul village on the eastern banks of the River Manjira in Medak district. The temple houses a majestic nine-foot-high idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari with eighteen arms, consecrated in 1983. Established under the spiritual guidance of Sri Ailavajjala Venkata Ramanaiah, it serves as a significant center for Shakti worship and attracts devotees for rituals, annual festivals, and peaceful spiritual practices.

Visitors can expect a serene spiritual environment with opportunities for darshan, pradakshinas (circumambulation), and participation in daily pujas. The temple complex spans approximately 25 acres along the Manjira riverbanks, offering facilities for holy dips, annadanam (free meals), and accommodation. Devotees often engage in specific rituals such as tying coconuts or circumambulating multiple times to fulfill wishes.

The temple foundation was laid in 1979 by Sri Ailavajjala Venkata Ramanaiah (Ayyagaru). The main idol was consecrated on January 2, 1983. Unlike traditional temples, the idol was installed first, followed by the construction of the temple structures over subsequent decades.

The temple is a significant center for Shakti worship in Telangana, following the traditions established by its founder. It hosts annual festivals like Dasara and Varshikotsavam, and monthly Samaavesham programs involving Saptashati recitation and Homam.