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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
EO emphasises hygiene and quality in the maintenance of TTD canteens
Executive Officer J. Shyamala Rao has directed that high-quality, hygienic food be served to devotees at affordable rates in the TTD-run Big and Janata Canteens in Tirumala. Addressing a meeting with the hoteliers on Wednesday at the Administrative Building, he was joined by Additional EO C.H. Venkaiah Chowdary to discuss upcoming plans and expectations for food service management in the temple town. During the meeting, Rao exhorted them to provide qualitative food with a spirit of service rather than profit. The TTD had earlier issued a notification regarding the management of Big and Janata Canteens on June 23. To address queries related to the Expression of Interest (EOI), the EO and Additional EO conducted a pre-bid meeting with the participating hotel operators. The officials reiterated that any allocation for running the canteens would strictly adhere to the prescribed guidelines and would prioritize service over commercial interest.
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- The Hindu
TTD will adopt technology to ensure timely darshan for devotees, says EO
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Executive Officer J. Shyamala Rao has instructed the officials to adopt technology-driven measures to enable devotees to have the darshan of Lord Venkateswara at the designated time. Addressing a meeting in virtual mode with the representatives from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and the TTD's IT department and Additional Executive Officer C.H. Venkayya Chowdary on Tuesday, Mr. Rao stressed the need for systematic technological intervention across all darshan modes—Sarva Darshan, Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD), Special Entry Darshan (SED) and Divya Darshan. He asked the officials to deploy technology from the time devotees enter the queue lines till the completion of darshan, to improve efficiency and reduce the waiting periods. He advised that TCS and TTD's IT teams conduct frequent reviews and work towards an integrated action plan. He proposed exploring QR code-based and facial recognition systems for faster and accurate verification, replacing the current manual methods. Noting that delays often occur due to pilgrims arriving later than their allotted time slots, he suggested conducting awareness campaigns to improve adherence to the scheduled reporting times and reduce congestion. Earlier, TCS representatives presented an analysis, detailing the time taken by devotees in various stages—from queue entry to darshan and temple exit—across SSD, SED, Divya Darshan formats and Arjitha Sevas. The meeting was attended by TTD General Manager (IT) Sesha Reddy, Assistant General Manager Venkateswara Chowdary, and other officials.
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
TTD proposes to name Renigunta airport after Lord Venkateswara
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board of trustees on Tuesday decided to recommend renaming the Renigunta airport as 'Sri Venkateswara International Airport' and send a proposal in this regard to the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation. Addressing the media, TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu and Executive Officer J. Shyamala Rao said that the proposal aimed to infuse the facility with a 'distinctive spiritual and iconic character', befitting its proximity to the shrine of Lord Venkateswara. Another important decision taken at the meeting was to build a Lord Venkateswara temple in Bengaluru. The decision was taken following a request from Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Sivakumar, who, in principle, have agreed to allocate 47 acres of land for the purpose. Electric buses As part of its commitment to eco-friendly transport, the TTD is all set to receive 100 electric buses from the Ministry of Heavy Industries facilitated by H.D. Kumaraswamy. These buses will be deployed for the transportation of pilgrims at Tirupati and Tirumala, subject to demand and feasibility. The board also decided to lease about 30 acres of land for the setting up of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) laboratory in Tirupati, where it intends to test essential commodities such as ghee, water and food and other ingredients used in the preparation of prasadams inside the hill temple and thereby ensure their quality. Another important decision taken was to modernise TTD Degree College in New Delhi and to recommend the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) to halt the recruitments in the TTD-run institutions. A three-member committee headed by Endowments Minister Anam Ramnarayan Reddy, which has been formed as per the instructions of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, will recommend a decision regarding the recruitments after addressing the concerns of around 200 contract lecturers working with the TTD but yet to get regularised despite putting in tens of years of service. 'Sadgamaya' programme To foster spiritual and ethical values among youth, the board decided to introduce 'Mana Varasatvam' programme to educate the students on the Hindu traditions and Telugu cultural heritage, along with the 'Sadgamaya' programme aimed at instilling values of the Sanatana Dharma and personality development. The TTD is also planning to expand its public outreach with spiritual programmes such as Akshara Govindam, Harikatha Vaibhavam, Bhagavad Gita Anushtana Bodhana, Bhaje Srinivasam, Vana-Nidhi, Giri Janardhanam, and Sanmargam for the benefit of a wider audience. The board also resolved to observe the World Yoga Day at the parade grounds behind the TTD administrative buildings in Tirupati on June 21.
The Hindu
10-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
TTD to conduct ‘Sadgamaya' from June 16 to inculcate values among schoolchildren
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced to conduct 'Sadgamaya', its prestigious programme aimed at inculcating values among schoolchildren, from June 16 to 19. The programme aims at teaching students values like devotion, discipline and social responsibility, besides covering the teachings of Bhagavad Gita in simple language for better understanding by the pupils. Executive Officer J. Shyamala Rao said that the classes would be conducted for the seventh, eighth and ninth grade students of the various schools run by the TTD in Tirupati and Tirumala. At a meeting held here on Tuesday, he also reviewed the progress of ongoing projects like Annamacharya Project, Dasa Sahitya Project and the developmental works at SVIMS. Timely resolution Dwelling on Human Resources Management, Mr. Rao stressed on timely resolution of the issues raised by employees to the mutual satisfaction of both the parties. 'Matters that fall under the government's jurisdiction should be discussed with the officials concerned and appropriate permissions obtained. The allocations for the Employees' Health Care Fund and payment of other allowances should be made without any delay', he instructed. Prominent among the issues raised by the employees were problems such as roads, drainage, building leakage, power supply and other infrastructure shortcomings faced in the residential colonies at Vinayaka Nagar, Ram Nagar, SV Poor Home, GNB and KT Quarters.
Hans India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
AP DGP and TTD EO reviews on Tirumala security
In light of the current situation in the country, a high-level meeting focused on bolstering security in Tirumala was convened, featuring Andhra Pradesh DGP Harish Kumar Gupta and Thitide EO J. Shyamala Rao. The meeting took place at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala on Friday, where Tirupati SP and TTD in-charge CVSO, Harshavardhan Raju, delivered a PowerPoint presentation outlining various security challenges. DGP Gupta emphasised the need for an improved security framework that acknowledges Tirumala's unique international significance. He advocated for a coordinated effort among the Andhra Pradesh Special Police (APSP), District Armed Reserve (DAR), Special Protection Force (SPF), Home Guard, Civil Police, and Thitide Security to establish a Disaster Management Team equipped to handle emergencies effectively. The meeting also highlighted the necessity of creating a stable Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) across different security agencies. Plans for a multi-tiered vehicle inspection system at Alipiri, a collaboration with defence agencies centred on a sensor-based system, and the introduction of modern security equipment were discussed. J. Shyamala Rao reiterated the importance of a cohesive coordination system with associated agencies to enhance overall security. He stressed the need for further strengthening the cyber security measures in Tirumala and expressed satisfaction with the comprehensive review of security protocols conducted during the meeting. Additional DG (Law and Order) Sudhakar Reddy, Additional DG (Intelligence) Mahesh Chandra Ladda, Anantapur Range DIG Dr. Shemushi, ISW SP Arif Hafeez, TTD officials, and other senior officials were present at the meeting.
