Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple (Telugu: కొండగట్టు ఆంజనేయస్వామి ఆలయం) is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman (Anjaneya), situated on a hill near Muthyumpeta village in Mallial mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana, India. The temple is one of the state's most visited Hanuman shrines and is an important pilgrimage destination, particularly during Hanuman Jayanti celebrations. It is located approximately 15 km from Jagitial and 35 km from Karimnagar.
History According to local tradition, the temple has been a revered centre of Hanuman worship for several centuries. Devotees believe that Lord Anjaneya manifested himself on the hill, making the shrine spiritually significant for those seeking strength, protection, and relief from hardships. Over time, Kondagattu developed into one of Telangana's foremost Hanuman pilgrimage centres. (Temple legends should be attributed as traditional beliefs unless supported by historical sources.)
Festivals The temple is best known for its annual Pedda Hanuman Jayanti and Chinna Hanuman Jayanticelebrations. Thousands of devotees from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states participate in special pujas, Hanuman Deeksha processions,Vahana Sevas, annadanam, and religious ceremonies. The temple witnesses one of the largest Hanuman Jayanti gatherings in Telangana.
Development and Conservation The Telangana Government has undertaken major redevelopment initiatives at Kondagattu Temple to improve infrastructure, pilgrim amenities, road connectivity, accommodation, and environmental conservation. Plans include large-scale renovation, landscaping, guest houses, and integrated tourism development, with financial assistance announced by the State Government and additional infrastructure supported by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.
Pilgrimage Kondagattu is among the most visited Hanuman temples in Telangana. During Hanuman Deeksha, Hanuman Jayanti, and other auspicious occasions, the shrine receives heavy pilgrim traffic from across southern India. Religious processions, special darshan arrangements, and community services are organised to accommodate the influx of devotees.
Recognition In 2026, Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple was included in NITI Aayog's "Divya Bharat" anthology, recognising its cultural, spiritual, and heritage significance among important pilgrimage destinations in India. The temple is also one of the highest revenue-generating Hindu temples in Telangana.
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