Madhavaram, is a village in NTR district in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India.

Today, it remains a hub for recruitment into the Indian military, with around 250 soldiers currently serving.

[1] The local culture highly values military service, with many families across generations taking pride in enlisting.

This tradition has led the Indian Defense Ministry to recognize Madhavaram's unique status and plan the establishment of an Army Training Center in the village.

Additionally, the local Poleramma temple holds a special place in the community, as residents believe its blessings protect the servicemen on the battlefield.