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TTD Approves Security, Environmental, and Devotee Welfare Reforms

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Board has resolved to deploy anti-drone technology, enhance green cover, and expand healthcare and infrastructure services for pilgrims.

Expansion of Annadanam services in Ontimitta, development of TTD Temple in Anantavaram, Thullur Mandal, AI rechnology development in TTD, employee promotions and improvement of cattle welfare in Goshala were also decided during the meeting of TTD. (File) (Pic used for representation)
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Overview

  • The TTD Board approved the deployment of anti-drone technology to strengthen security at the Tirumala temple, citing recent aerial security breaches.
  • A phased plan to increase green cover in the Tirumala Hills from 68% to 80% was approved, with a ₹4 crore allocation over three years.
  • The board decided to transfer non-Hindu employees through alternative arrangements or voluntary retirement to align temple operations with Hindu traditions.
  • An additional ₹71 crore annual funding was sanctioned for SVIMS to improve healthcare services for poor pilgrims, alongside plans to fill key medical staff vacancies.
  • Comprehensive master plans for multiple temple sites and upgrades to pilgrimage areas like Akashaganga and Papavinasanam were greenlit to enhance infrastructure and spiritual ambiance.