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Hans India
6 hours ago
- General
- Hans India
Saplings planted in Tirumala
Tirumala: On World Environment Day, TTD has organised plantation programme in Tirumala near Gogarbham Circle on Thursday. TTD Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary planted Ficus Bengalensis (Banyan-Marri) plant in the premises of Octopus Building. He said that TTD is planting 2,000 saplings in Tirumala on this occasion. Stating that they took steps to increase greenery in Tirumala by 80 per cent, he informed soon they will organise a programme to plant two lakh saplings along with forest department. TTD Deputy CF Srinivas, Deputy EO (Health) Somannarayana, FRO Doraswamy, health officer Madhusudhan, EE Sudhakar and officers also planted samplings.
The Hindu
17 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Plans afoot to plant 2 lakh saplings in coordination with forest department, says TTD Addl. EO
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary on Thursday said that the TTD is implementing a comprehensive strategy to increase the green cover in Tirumala to 80% as part of the World Environment Day celebrations. Speaking to the media after planting a sapling of Ficus Bengalensis (Banyan-Marri) in the premises of Octopus building, he said that over 2,000 saplings are being planted in various parts atop the temple town as part of the green initiative. Highlighting the ecological importance of each tree in Tirumala, Mr. Chowdary stated that the TTD is discouraging the planting of foreign species that could harm native flora. 'We have identified 40 native plant species through detailed research and the focus is on planting them to preserve the region's natural biodiversity.'' Emphasising the TTD's commitment to environmental conservation, Mr. Chowdary noted that the management has already banned the use of plastic in the temple town and further steps are in the offing to make the town plastic-free. Despite the ban, devotees often bring plastic items and throw them out of vehicle windows along the ghat roads, he said and underlined the need to create more awareness and stepping up monitoring at the Alipiri checkpoint. He also announced the temple administration's ambitious plans to plant an additional 2,00,000 saplings in coordination with the Forest Department in the days to come. The event among others was attended by Deputy Conservator of Forests Srinivasulu, Deputy EO Somanna Rayana and EE Sudhakar.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
TTD official warns against circulating ‘misleading' video clips on social media
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary on Saturday cautioned against individuals attempting to provoke devotees or record misleading videos within the darshan queue lines. He warned of strict legal action against such unauthorised persons who attempt to disrupt the sanctity of the darshan process. The warning comes against the backdrop of an incident that took place late on Friday night when a few devotees who grew restive in the darshan lines allegedly resorted to sloganeering against the TTD. A video clip about the incident went viral on social media platforms, much to the embarrassment of the officials. Taking strong exception to the circulation of the video clip, Mr. Chowdary warned the social media users to refrain from the actions and speeches that would hurt the sentiments of the devotees. Addressing the media after inspecting the darshan lines and supervising the distribution of food and beverages to the pilgrims waiting in the darshan lines that extended to several kilometres outside the Vaikuntam Complex, he said that a devotee who reportedly did not receive free food was responsible for the 'ruckus'. He said that the devotee was not only unwell but also unaware of the crowd control measures in place by the TTD. 'Later, the devotee regretted his action and apologised for his unwanted behavior,' Mr. Chowdary said. Underlining the commitment of the TTD workforce, which is working tirelessly round-the-clock to ensure a hassle-free darshan to the pilgrims, he said that the pilgrims will always remain a priority for the TTD. He reiterated that it was to their advantage that the management had slashed the time provided for VIPs and the much privileged Srivani ticket holders.
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Rs 10L donated to TTD Arogya Varaprasadini
Tirumala: Mahesh Yadav, Vice-President of Allen Coaching Institute, Bengaluru, donated Rs 10 lakh to TTD Sri Balaji Arogya Varaprasadini Scheme (SVIMS) on Saturday. The demand draft for the said amount was handed over to TTD Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary at Annamaiah Bhavan in Tirumala.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
TUDA chief sworn in as TTD ex-officio member
Tirumala: Tirupati Urban Development Authority (TUDA) Chairman Diwakar Reddy sworn in as ex-officio member of TTD on Friday in Tirumala temple. TTD Additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary administered the oath to him at Bangaru Vakili of Srivari Temple. After having darshan, Diwakar Reddy was offered Veda Asirvachanam by Vedic scholars at Ranganayakula Mandapam. Later, the Additional EO offered Teertha Prasadam along with Srivari laminated photo. Temple Deputy EO Lokanatham, Board Cell Deputy EO Prashanthi, VGO Surendra and others were present.
