PM Modi Likely to Inaugurate Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum This Year

After years of delays and legal hurdles, the long-awaited Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum at Tajangi Dairy Farm near Lammasingi in Alluri Sitarama Raju district is finally on track for completion by the end of 2025. Sprawling across 22 acres of land allotted by the state government, the museum aims to celebrate the rich history and cultural heritage of the region’s tribal communities.

The construction, which began four years ago, was stalled due to a prolonged court case. Allegations of fund diversion by the previous government, involving central grants, further hindered progress. Initially, the museum was slated for completion within two years, but administrative and legal challenges pushed the timeline significantly.

The current TDP-led NDA government has made the project a priority, clearing legal roadblocks and accelerating construction. The High Court recently vacated the earlier stay, enabling authorities to resume work in full swing.

The central government had sanctioned Rs 15 crore for the museum, while the state government contributed ₹20 crore. Of the central allocation, Rs 7.5 crore was released as the first instalment, which was reportedly misused by the previous administration. Officials have now assured that there is no shortage of funds, and the principal secretary of the Tribal Welfare Department has visited the site twice to monitor progress.

Seven months ago, authorities removed the old contractor and cancelled the existing tender. The Tribal Welfare Department subsequently reissued tenders by dividing the project into three parts. Two of these tenders have been finalised, and construction is currently underway under the supervision of a senior official deputed from the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Bhopal.

Tribal Welfare Deputy Executive Engineer G. Raghunatha Naidu said the target is to complete the museum by December. Officials indicated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the museum. Once completed, it is expected to emerge as a significant tourist attraction, showcasing the bravery, history, and culture of the region’s tribal communities.