CRPF ADG Ravdeep Singh Sahi and others inspect road works at Karreguttalu Hills (KGH) in Mulugu district on Thursday (May 15, 2026). | Photo credit: By arrangement
With the nearing completion of a 29-km road through the forested areas of Mulugu district, the picturesque Karreguttalu Hills (KGH), once a stronghold of the CPI (Maoist) on the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border, will soon be open to the general public and tourists.
15 to 20 peaks with waterfalls, caves and narrow valleys
The Karreguttalu (Black Hills) Hill range comprises a chain of hills and valleys along the interstate border. The mountain range is known for its picturesque landscape and includes 15 to 20 peaks with waterfalls, caves and narrow valleys. Its difficult terrain has historically limited access even for local residents.
Only about 1.5 km remains to be laid
Speaking to The Hindu over phone, Superintendent of Police (SP) Sudhir Ramnath Kekan said that only about 1.5 km stretch remains to be completed in Telangana. He said a team comprising CRPF Additional Director General Ravideep Singh Sahi, Hyderabad Range DIG Anil Kumar and himself on Thursday (May 14, 2026) inspected the ongoing work which has now reached Tadapala Hills.
The road is laid through the forested areas of Mulugu district in Telangana to Karregutalu Hills | Acknowledgments for the video: BY AGREEMENT
Landmines had to be removed
According to officials, the construction of the road from Morumuru to Tadapala Hills is a significant achievement, especially considering the challenges posed by the terrain and the need to remove landmines planted earlier by the Maoists.
Security forces killed 31 Maoists in Karreguttalu Hills between 21 April and 11 May 2025. After the operation, the area was declared a Naxal-free zone.
CRPF ADG (South Zone) Ravdeep Singh Sahi along with other police officials including Mulugu SP Sudhir R. Kekana inspected the road works in Mulugu district on Thursday. | Photo credit: By arrangement
Subsequently, the governments of Telangana and Chhattisgarh, with the support of the Centre, have initiated measures to ensure that the region is free from extremist activities while promoting its tourism potential. “Since the construction of the road is almost complete, we are preparing to open it and open it to the public and tourists soon,” Kekan said. He added that the road work on the Chhattisgarh side is also progressing.
Beneficial to local communities
The road is expected to benefit local communities, particularly the Gotti Koya tribes, by improving access to transport, healthcare, education and emergency services.
In a related development a few weeks ago, former Director General of Police B. Shivadhar Reddy laid the foundation stone for a police base at Pamunuru village in Venkatapuram mandal in April 2026. The move was aimed at enhancing security and strengthening the state’s presence in the tribal belt keeping in mind the need for strategic control over the region to ensure long-term security.
‘Ooty-like’ climate
A senior forest official noted that the region offers an ‘Ooty’-like climate during summer and is rich in natural features like dense forests, streams and rolling hills. He said the area has potential for adventure tourism, including caving and mountain climbing, provided security measures are in place.
Officials also said that improved connectivity along with the proximity of the popular Bogatha waterfall in Wazeedu mandal could help KGH become a key tourist destination.
The road is laid through the forested areas of Mulugu district in Telangana to Karregutalu Hills | Acknowledgments for the video: BY AGREEMENT
Published – 15 May 2026 17:11 IST
