Manthani, Peddapalli District, Telangana, 3rd August: Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana, today formally initiated efforts to beautify the Bokkala Vagu Check Dam in Manthani, Peddapalli district.
The project is being undertaken in partnership with Hindustan Coca–Cola Beverages (HCCB) under its flagship community partnership programme, Project SHINE. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by, Mr. Koya Sree Harsha, IAS, Collector and District Magistrate, Peddapalli, Government of Telangana, Avinash Kant Kumar, Head of Integrated Supply Chain, HCCB, and Himanshu Priyadarshi, Chief Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability Officer, HCCB, along with local officials and community members.
Manthani, located on the banks of the Godavari River, has a history of water management dating back nearly two thousand years, with the region’s tank-based irrigation systems tracing back to the Satavahana and Kakatiya periods. The Bokkala Vagu Check Dam initiative aims to build on this legacy by improving a vital community water resource for local communities in the Manthani region.
As part of the initiative, several improvements will be undertaken around the Bokkala Vagu Check Dam to enhance community infrastructure and amenities. These efforts will help create a more accessible and welcoming public space for local residents, while also improving the surrounding environment.
Speaking at the launch event, Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana, said, “The Bokkala Vagu Check Dam beautification initiative is an important step towards enhancing a valuable community asset for the people of Manthani. The region’s connection to water conservation and community water resources spans centuries, and this initiative reflects our commitment to preserving that legacy while creating better public spaces for local residents. The improvements planned around the Check Dam will make it a more accessible and welcoming space for the community. Partnerships such as this with Hindustan Coca–Cola Beverages (HCCB) under Project SHINE demonstrate how government and industry can work together to drive meaningful development and create lasting value for communities across the Manthani region.”
Avinash Kant Kumar, Head of Integrated Supply Chain, Hindustan Coca–Cola Beverages (HCCB), said: “At HCCB, we believe that our growth is deeply connected to the progress of the communities we serve. As a leading beverage manufacturing company with a strong presence in Telangana, we strive to create long-term value beyond our business operations by supporting initiatives that enhance community well-being and contribute to sustainable development. Through Project SHINE, we work with local stakeholders to address community needs, foster inclusive growth, and create a lasting positive impact across the regions where we operate.”
HCCB has a significant footprint in Telangana, operating two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants, at Banda Thimmapur in Siddipet district and Ameenpur in Sangareddy district. Through its flagship community partnership programme, Project SHINE, HCCB works closely with district administrations across the state, including Peddapalli, on initiatives spanning water access and conservation, healthcare, education, and livelihood enhancement. These region-specific interventions reflect HCCB‘s sustained commitment to addressing local needs and fostering inclusive and sustainable development across Telangana.