TTD cautions devotees against falling prey to touts
TTD cautioned the devotees not to trust such fake individuals or websites. All tickets must be booked only through the official TTD website. It also warned that strict legal action will be taken against those who attempt to cheat devotees in the name of Srivari Darshan tickets.
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