Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao has announced a house site in Kothagudem and ₹1 crore to help with its construction to Padma Shri awardee and Dhol player Sakini Ramachandraiah. The CM thanked Sakini for his efforts in conserving and promoting the Adivasi culture. He also asked MLA Rega Kantha Rao to work with Sakini to see arrangements for the location.