TTD bans hate speeches to protect sanctity of Tirumala; threatens legal action

Tirumala: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has decided to ban political and hate speeches to protect the sanctity and spiritual peace of Tirumala.

The decision comes after some people made political and hateful statements before the media after the darshan. This violated the spiritual atmosphere in Tirumala.

TTD has warned of legal action against violators.

In this context, the TTD board has taken a decision to ban political and hate speeches in Tirumala to protect its sanctity.

TTD also appeals to everyone to cooperate with its decision. It is informed that legal action will also be taken by TTD against the violators.

After BR Naidu took charge as TTD chairman, the TTD Trust board has taken several resolutions. Among the notable decisions, the Board resolved to request the Andhra Pradesh Government to take appropriate action regarding the presence of non-Hindu employees working within the Tirumala temple complex.

Another significant resolution was the decision to use enhanced-quality ghee for preparing the famed Srivari Laddu, ensuring a better experience for devotees. TTD also plans to reduce the lengthy darshan times of Sri Venkateswara Swamy, from 20-30 hours to just 2-3 hours, by leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, with expert consultation.

Srivari darshan for locals on December 3

Srivari Darshan will start on December 3 in Tirumala. Tokens will be issued on December 2, at Mahathi Auditorium in Tirupati and in the Community Hall of Tirumala at 5 am.

The TTD Board of Trustees in its first meeting held on November 18 decided to provide Srivari darshan to locals on the first Tuesday of every month. To this end, TTD is making arrangements to provide darshan to the locals on December 3 (first Tuesday).

The residents of Tirupati Urban, Tirupati Rural, Chandragiri, Renigunta mandals as well as Tirumala can get tokens by showing their original Aadhaar card.