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United News of India
15-07-2025
- General
- United News of India
TTD EO directs full-scale Annaprasadam distribution at Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy temple in Kadapa Dist
South Tirupati, July 14 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao today directed officials concerned to take necessary steps for full-scale distribution of Annaprasadam to devotees at the TTD-run Kodandarama Swamy Temple in Vontimitta of Kadapa district. Rao, who conducted a review meeting here along with JEO Veerabrahmam and other officials, recalled that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, during his visit to Vontimitta for the Sri Kodandarama Swamy Kalyanotsavam on April 11, had instructed that Annaprasadam distribution should be organized at Vontimitta on the lines of Tirumala. In line with this directive, the EO instructed the concerned departments to initiate measures to ensure full-fledged food service for devotees. As an interim arrangement, German sheds are currently being used at the temple premises, he said from August onwards, coordinated efforts between the Engineering and Annaprasadam departments should ensure the full setup of Annaprasadam distribution facilities. The EO also directed officials to arrange for all necessary infrastructure, cooking equipment, and sufficient staff to manage the operations. UNI KNR SS
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
TTD temporarily shifts Divya Darshan token counters to Bhudevi Complex at Alipiri
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced temporary relocation of the Divya Darshan token counters, which are made available at the Srivari Mettu for the devotees who trek to Tirumala. In view of the crowd management and logistical requirements, the counters will be moved to the Bhudevi Complex at Alipiri. The new arrangement will come into effect from Friday evening. TTD Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao reviewed the decision during a virtual meeting with the officials on Tuesday. The new counters at the Bhudevi Complex would issue the Divya Darshan tokens to the pilgrims who prefer to trek to Tirumala via the Srivari Mettu footpath. Tokens would be distributed on the first come, first-served basis and subject to availability, starting from the evening of June 6 (Friday). Devotees who obtain the tokens must present their Aadhaar cards and scan them at the 1,200th step on the Srivari Mettu route to validate their eligibility. Tokens issued on Friday evening would correspond to darshan slots on Saturday. Simultaneously, the SSD (Sarva Darshan) tokens would also be made available at the designated counters in the Alipiri Bhudevi Complex. To ensure smooth operation and address safety and traffic-related challenges, Mr. Rao directed the Vigilance and Security departments, along with the district police, to take precautionary measures in advance. A dedicated team of officers would be stationed at the Bhudevi Complex to oversee token issuance and ensure that the counters operate efficiently. Clear communication and widespread publicity about the temporary shift in token distribution had also been emphasised to avoid confusion among the devotees. TTD engineering officials had been instructed to establish robust queue systems to manage crowds effectively, and arrangements were being made to provide annaprasadam (free meal) and maintain hygiene. Mr. Rao also called for active involvement of the Srivari Sevaks (volunteers) to support the initiative. Among those present at the meeting were TTD Additional Executive Officer C.H. Venkayya Chowdary, Tirupati JEO V. Veerabrahmam, and in-charge CV&SO of TTD and Tirupati District SP V. Harshavardhan Raju.
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
TTD EO unveils poster for Sri Govindaraja Swamy Brahmotsavams
Tirupati: In preparation for the upcoming annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple in Tirupati, TTD Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao unveiled the event poster on Tuesday at his chamber in the TTD administrative building. The Brahmotsavams are scheduled to take place from June 2 to June 10, 2025. During the poster release, the EO directed officials to make elaborate arrangements, keeping in mind the summer conditions and the comfort of visiting devotees. He emphasized the need for setting up shade pandals, whitewashing temple premises, designing attractive rangolis, and enhancing the festive ambiance with electric and floral decorations and artistic paintings. The EO also instructed those advance arrangements be made for the smooth conduct of daily Vahana Sevas, to be held from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and again from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Preparatory rituals begin with Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam on May 29, followed by Ankurarpanam on June 1 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The Brahmotsavams officially commence on June 2 with Dwajarohanam during Mithuna Lagnam between 7:02 AM and 7:20 AM, followed by a grand procession on Pedda Sesha Vahanam that evening. Each day features unique Vahana Sevas, including Chinna Sesha, Hamsa, Simha, Muthyapu Pandiri, Kalpavriksha, Sarvabhouma, Mohini Avataram, Garuda, Hanumantha, Gaja, Suryaprabha, Chandraprabha, Rathotsavam, Ashwa, and concludes with Chakrasnanam and Dwajavarohanam on June 10.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- The Hindu
TTD holds meet on increased leopard movement in Tirumala
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Tuesday conducted a meeting at the Gokulam Conference Hall on the increased movement of wild cats along the footpaths and ghat roads in Tirumala. TTD Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao, participated virtually, along with Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary and officials from the TTD Forest, State Forest, Wildlife Institute of India, and other stakeholders, discussed short-term and long-term plans to tackle the situation. The meeting discussed the overall management of the MANIMAL Plan in TTD and decided to deploy additional forces and ensure timely garbage management along the Alipiri footpath route. It was decided that a joint drive along the footpath route with officials from various departments, including Forest, Revenue and Panchayat will be conducted on a regular basis. The Wildlife Institute of India and Forest Department shall assist TTD in preparing measures to overcome the Human-Animal conflict. Several safety gadgets, including camera traps, bio-fences, and pepper sprays will be deployed to ensure the Alipiri footpath is a 'No Leopard Zone.' Restrictions will be imposed on shopkeepers, and surveillance will be increased, particularly on the 2.5 km stretch between Sri Narasimha Swamy Temple and the 7th mile on the Alipiri trekking route.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- The Hindu
TTD adopting technology in providing enhanced services to devotees, says EO Syamala Rao
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is adopting technology in providing enhanced services to devotees in a transparent and efficient way, says Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao. Addressing the media after the 'Dial your EO' programme on Saturday, Mr. Syamala Rao listed the various tech-upgrades introduced by TTD under the instructions of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, which included Artificial Intelligence, upgradation of Facility Monitoring Systems, WhatsApp Governance, Aadhaar integration, kiosk-based services, and partnership with Google to enhance transparency and efficiency. A WhatsApp-based feedback system had also been introduced to gather real-time suggestions from the devotees, he said. 'The TTD is working on refining the Srivari Seva system by introducing a Group Leader (system) to improve the voluntary service. Plans are also underway to involve professionals from various sectors to enhance the quality of Srivari Seva and encourage more NRI devotees to take part in it,' he said. Other initiatives included reintroduction of the sacred 'Tirunamam' service at 18 locations in Tirumala, establishment of a town planning department to coordinate and executive various developmental work at temples in Tiruchanoor, Amaravati, and Vontimitta, besides taking up construction of temples in various States and Union Territories across the country. The TTD had also renamed 42 out of 45 rest houses in Tirumala with spiritually significant names, constituted a five-member Vaikhanasa Agama advisory committee to oversee the discharge of rituals inside the hill temple, and invited renowned agencies to undertake the responsibility of managing major canteens and Janata canteens in Tirumala to provide quality food to the devotees. The devotees, who took part in the monthly interactive programme, heaped encomiums on the TTD services and improvement in the quality of prasadams.
