Finding Vashi in lockdown | Covid 19 | Stay Safe | Telugu Short film by our family

A small attempt by our family, embracing a new way of living during the lock down times. All this is done by staying in their respective homes. Stay home stay safe. Please do comment what connected you the most..

For IGTV viewers.. Stay home Stay safe!!

 

Discovering Telangana: Chandraghad Fort-‘The Hidden Jewel’

Monsoon is the best time for traveling in India. For travelers like me, I find traveling in this time is most romantic and soothing to the soul. As nature and the pleasant weather along with it adds unbeatable charm. Yes, I’m talking about Telangana the youngest state in India, where travel is highly rewarding as it boasts many unexplored gems in its tablelands.

Happiness is a car, good friends and pleasant roads..

Road less traveled:

For many hyderabadies, the least popular getaway is Mahbubnagar. It is around 90 kms and it can be reached in less than 2 hours on a smooth road.  As we live in Mahbubnagar town we’ve decided to explore the interiors of it.

Road trip with good buddies is never boring..

So, we planned a quick weekend getaway to Chandraghad fort. After about two hours on the road, we reached our first stop Jurala dam. This place is well known for its barbeques. We had lunch here. Then we started to the Chandraghad fort.

Driving through the countryside, dotted with paddy fields and hillocks. I always love exploring new places and Chandraghad fort is one of the best places I’ve been so far in Telangana. It is a Hidden jewel in Telangana.

Mandatory groupfie at Jurala dam

yayie!!

Where is it?

It is a picturesque hill fort and is located on the banks of River Krishna at Chandraghad Village, Mahabubnagar District, Telangana. It is about 8kms from Juraladam. There are no sign boards for this place. One has to take help of Google maps or Locals in order to reach this place. It takes 20 to 30mins of walk to reach the hilltop from the nearest road point.

A Peek into history:

This Fort was built during Peshwas and belongs to Chandrasena Jilledar. This is a strong fort constructed to store the grains and taxes collected from people. The fort offers the remains of the protective walls, gateways and several ruined buildings. The Sri Ramalingeshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is located inside the fort.

View of the fort from the bottom of the hill..

It was a pleasant day!!

Looks magnificent isn’t it?

Chapora Fort of Telangana:

It has a great view from the top. The fort sits on the top of a hill and there’s a magnificent view in all directions. It is a pleasant place to wander. After witnessing the sunset. We almost felt the same when we experienced sunset in Chapora fort. Hence we named it as ‘Chapora Fort of Telangana’.

Sunset time!!

It is a pleasant place to wander.

Road view…

360 shot!!

Old monk_Lord of the drinks? Agree?

Tips from my perspective:

• There’s no public transport facility to this place. Traveling by own vehicle is preferred. If you are traveling by car, there’s a narrow way which leads to the hilltop.
• Use google maps or ask locals
• Best time to visit this place is during the months August to February
• Carry your food and water bottles.
• Reach this place before 6pm.

Fantastic Friday: Miniature Photography

Silent Sunday: My signature Shots..

Pushpagiri Chennakeshava temple was built in 1298 AD and is located in Kadapa district, AP. The grandeur of the sculptures start at the entrance itself. Every inch of this temple are filled with beautiful carvings and sculptures. Go visit this place you’ll remember more than you see…

Travel doesn’t become adventure until you leave yourself behind..

Experiencing Eternal Happiness!!

Reliving the Past..

Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show..

Witnessing one of the most magical sunsets!!

If you have to wait for someone to travel with you, you may end up waiting a life time!

Ps: Let me know which picture you liked…😉

Tuesday Thoughts: You let me live…

I alone absorb 22 kilograms of Carbon dioxide, all I ask in return is that “YOU LET ME LIVE” and everyday I supply Oxygen for up to 4 people don’t you think I’m worth saving…

Discovering Telangana: Andalamma old Temple Peddapalli

Today I’m gonna post about that place which is least explored. And is not even in Telangana Heritage list of monuments. While we were on a road trip to Ramagundam we thought of visiting Hanuman temple but we were lost. After asking the locals for addresses we accidentally discovered this place.

The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our own we have no soul of our own civilization.  -Frank Lloyd Wright

Andalamma old temple, a late medieval period temple is located in Dharmabad village of Peddapalli district.  It is located 39 KM towards East from Karimnagar.

Great buildings that move the spirit have always been rare. In every case they are unique, poetic, products of the heart. -Arthur Erickson

It seems to be the temple and mandapa was constructed during the Qutub Shahi period when Vaishnavism was spreading in the Telangana region. There are no Idols in the temple. It was not at all maintained/worshipped since ages.

It is secluded and is almost deserted.

This temple’s architecture is so unique and beautiful. I hope Archaeological survey of India (ASI) should take over this place and develop it into a tourist destination.

This is one of the best get-aways for all those Karimnagarites. If you are looking for any couple shoot kind of a thing or if you are an architecture lover. Then you can visit this place…

 

That’s me..

Gateway…

Nearby places to visit are:

1. Buddhist stupa
2. Ramagir fort (Built during Kakatiya regime)
3. Siva temple (Temple built of roughly dressed stone), Peddapalli
4. Siva Trikuta temple, peddapalli
5.Sri Vasavi Andal Ranganatha Swamy Temple

P.S: You can find this place on Google maps

Sunday Sunset in Palamoor

As a passionate traveler, I love to explore many sunsets across the world and capture those Sunsets, as they always evoke good memories. But I never imagined that viewing sunset from Devungutta hill, Mahubnagar will be this magical. I indulged myself into this irradiating surrounding. Almost as if the sky has wrapped itself around the world, like a comforting blanket. Nothing could replicate this feeling.

Every sunset, puncturing feelings I’ve never felt before. Feelings and sights that put even the most beautiful sunsets to shame.

Happy Sankranthi

Makara Sankranti is a harvest festival celebrated widely in India and is dedicated to the Sun God. the festival denotes the entry of the sun into the zodiac sign of Makara as it travels on its celestial path. This marks the end of winters and the onset of spring.
Celebrated today on January 15 this year. Hope this auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti,
Connect you to some brightest moments,
Just as the kites dot the sky,
May you reach new heights of happiness,
Adding charm to your celebration.
Happy Makar Sankranti!

Shot this in Best buy, Hyderabad

To know more about this festival check out..

Beyond the Boundaries: Our Interventional team of Pulmonolgy

Beyond the boundaries: On 25th July, Our interventional team of Pulmonology has performed ‘Cautery and Balloon dilatation’ using rigid bronchoscopy for treating Tracheal stenosis. Proud day for us as this is the first time we have performed this procedure in the entire district of Mahbubnagar.

Our Interventional pulmonology team & Anesthesia team in Operation theatre

while performing the procedure..

Patient who underwent the procedure.. With our Professors and Post graduates..

Case Details:

A 28 year old male patient met with a road traffic accident in December 2017 and suffered from Subdural Hemorrhage & was mechanically ventilated for 8 days. He recovered from the head injury, but later developed ‘Tracheal stenosis’ as a complication of Endotracheal tube Intubation. He presented to our Pulmonology Out Patient Department with a complaint of dyspnea & hoarseness of voice.

Those marked areas are the stenosed parts of the trachea..

CT scan of the patient revealing tracheal stenosis

At SVS Hospital Mahbubnagar, Our Interventional Pulmonology team with the support of Anesthesia treated this patient by cauterizing the granulation tissue in the trachea causing stenosis by ‘Rigid bronchoscopy’ followed by ‘Balloon dilatation’ of trachea.

Pre & post procedure results..

This relieved his symptoms and he was successfully discharged from the hospital.And he is asked to visit us for regular follow up…. This is the first procedure of its kind done in Mahbubnagar district , free of cost..  Hope we do more interventions like these and save people!! My hearty thanks to everyone who helped us in achieving this .. Stay tuned!!

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World Asthma day 2018: Spreading Awareness..

Today is World Asthma Day and the theme for this year is ‘Never too early, never too late. It’s always the right time to address airways disease.’ First Tuesday of May is commemorated as world asthma day in order to raise awareness about Asthma. 

Why is it celebrated as World Asthma  day?

World Asthma Day makes the people to provide each and every knowledge about the Asthma and to get them every preventive measures for their own health. It makes the people to come together to spread the knowledge about the prevention, causes and control of the Disease. 

It is Organised by Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA), this year marks the 20th annual World Asthma Day in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO). The WHO states that a total of 235 million people are suffering from asthma. As a part of World Asthma Day, We Pulmonology residents from SVS medical college, Mahbubnagar gave an awareness talk in a Multinational Company about asthma and the risk factors related to it. I am going to discuss more about asthma in this post…

What is asthma?

Asthma is a chronic lung disease which causes difficulty in breathing, wheezing, Chest tightness, Coughing and affects sufferers to varying degrees, asthma is caused by swelling and inflammation of the bronchial tubes, sometimes in reaction to allergens, exercise, stress or changes in temperature.

Is it curable?

As a health condition, asthma cannot be cured but can be controlled by bringing in a few lifestyle changes. It is not usually curable but can be controlled to certain extents, depending on how it affects the sufferer. If it is controlled then sufferers can live relatively normal lives, although some triggers may have to be avoided.

What are the causes of asthma?

• Exposure to Indoor allergens  like Dust mites, pollution and pet dander etc.,

• Outdoor allergens (such as pollen etc.,)

• Tobacco smoke

• Chemical irritants in the workplace

• Air pollution.

How is controlled?

Asthma is controlled by prevention medications for symptoms and relief medication for flare-ups of asthma symptoms. Education and understanding are keys to effective control of asthma, which can be fatal if not managed properly.

World Asthma Day educates and raises awareness of the condition in the hope of relieving suffering and reducing deaths.

Key facts about Asthma:

• According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) report, India has estimated 15-20 million asthmatics.

• Some 235 million people currently suffer from asthma. It is a common disease among children.

• Most asthma-related deaths occur in low- and lower-middle income countries.

• According to the latest WHO estimates, released in December 2016, there were     383 000 deaths due to asthma in 2015.

My Special thanks to Dr. Meghana Subash & Dr. Amman Goel for making this talk a successful one..

That’s me while speaking…

 

Few Tips to prevent Asthma Attacks:

1. Regular exercise:  Exercise helps by strengthening your breathing muscles, boosting your immune system and helping to keep a healthy body weight. The key to exercising safely is to make sure your asthma is under control before you start. .

2. Avoid Triggers: If you are allergic to certain foods, you should avoid them. Allergies can trigger Asthma.

3. Eat plenty of Fruits & Vegetables & foods that are rich in Vitamin-C & E, Beta carotene, Flavinoids, Magnesium, selenium & Omega 3 fatty acids which are found in Fish like salmon, Tuna and sardines and some plant sources, like Flaxseed.

4. Avoid Trans-fats & Omega 6 fatty acids. There’s some evidence that eating Omega6 fats and Transfats which are found in some Margarines and processed foods, may worsen asthma.

5. Most important tip is that make sure that you take your asthma medication as prescribed by your doctor. Many people think they can skip their asthma preventing (controller) medications when they don’t feel any symptoms – that’s not true. Asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease. If you have asthma, you have it all the time, even when you don’t feel symptoms. You have to manage your asthma every day, not just on days when you feel symptoms.

6. Learn how to use your inhaler properly

7. Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke.