21th century
Description
In the 21st century, Kollapur (in present-day Nagarkurnool district, Telangana) has evolved from its royal and feudal past into a modern administrative town, marked by development in education, infrastructure, politics, and cultural preservation.
?️ Administrative & Political Changes
Kollapur is now part of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, created after the 2016 district reorganization.
It is an important Assembly Constituency in the Telangana Legislative Assembly.
The region is governed by elected representatives under the Panchayati Raj system.
Key political focus areas:
Irrigation projects
Rural development
Education and health infrastructure
? Irrigation and Agriculture
Major developments in the irrigation sector through schemes like:
Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme
Restoration of traditional tanks and canals (cheruvus)
Farmers grow crops like paddy, cotton, maize, and pulses.
Groundwater levels are better compared to other semi-arid regions due to Krishna river proximity.
? Education and Infrastructure
Rapid expansion of:
Government schools and junior colleges
Model residential schools and degree colleges
Digital clrooms and e-learning centers
Improved road connectivity, mobile networks, and public transport
Increasing interest in competitive exams and higher education among youth
? Cultural & Heritage Revival
Former palaces and temples of the Kollapur Samsthan are being preserved as heritage sites.
Annual temple festivals and Krishna River celebrations are promoted to revive tourism and local pride.
Local NGOs and scholars work to document oral histories and preserve Telugu literature from the region.
? Socio-Economic Growth
Growth of self-help groups (SHGs) for women’s empowerment
Migration to Hyderabad and other cities for jobs and education is common, but return migration is rising due to local job opportunities.
Development of micro-industries like textiles, food processing, and handicrafts.
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