TIRUMALA: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has been fully prepared for the nine-day annual Brahmotsavams as lakhs of pilgrims are expected to visit Tirumala, TTD Chairman BR Naidu said.
Speaking to the TNIE, the TTD Chairman said extensive arrangements are in place, from Alipiri to the sanctum sanctorum of Sri Venkateswara temple, ensuring a seamless experience for pilgrims.
“Hundreds of workers are enhancing the ghat roads, recently upgraded with traffic signboards, road studs, and other safety measures. TTD Vigilance and traffic police have been deployed to regulate the vehicle flow, and round-the-clock traffic has been allowed on Garuda Seva Day,” he explained.
On September 24, the first day of Brahmotsavams, Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan, and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will visit Tirumala. The Alipiri entrance has been adorned with illuminations, and floral decorations, complemented by a new Go-Vratha Pooja Complex and an 11-lane security checkpoint.
Naidu highlighted the blooming of rare flowers, enhancing Tirumala’s natural charm. Ring roads, pathways, guest houses, and Vaikuntam Complex have been illuminated with mythological displays, visible from 50 km away.
Security bolstered for Tirumala fete
A buffer stock of 8 lakh laddus is being maintained, with hourly distribution by volunteers, and TTD canteen staff providing snacks, tea, coffee, and meals to pilgrims across Tirumala.
The TTD Chairman said security has been bolstered with 75 LED screens, CCTV cameras, and ISRO’s satellite imagery for real-time surveillance. A strong force of 4,500 police personnel, 3,500 Srivari Sevaks, and 500 additional staff ensures safety and pilgrim amenities. Medical teams and ambulances are on standby, he said.
The TTD Chairman praised the new Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal, and Additional EO Venkaiah Chowdary for their leadership in enhancing pilgrim amenities for Brahmotsavams.
Expressing personal gratitude, Naidu credited the Chief Minister for his effective role as the TTD Chairman. He outlined plans to construct 1,000 temples in backward areas, targeting six temples per Assembly segment, and 10 per Lok Sabha constituency.