[GHHF] Kudos to B R Naidu and the TTD Board for announcing Key decisions, including the cancellation of Mumtaj Hotel and the resolution of land disputes

Global Hindi Heritage Foundation is extremely happy to hear B R Naidu and the Trust Board’s announcement on various issues related to the operation of the TTD. We congratulate TTD on making decisions regarding the management of the Lord Venkateswara Temple.

GHHF also expresses its gratitude to the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Sri Chandra Babu Naidu, for providing guidance to TTD in its operation. We request all Hindus to join us in expressing our appreciation. The following are some of the major decisions adopted by the TTD Trust Board. Executive Officer J Shyamala Rao was also present at the news conference.

1. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board has passed a resolution to remove all non-Hindu employees from the organization. TTD Chairman BR Naidu announced the key decision following a board meeting, emphasizing that only individuals practicing the Hindu faith should be involved in the temple’s sacred duties.

“This resolution aligns with the spiritual and religious sentiments of devotees, who expect the temple administration to be run by those who share the faith,” Naidu stated.

The decision marks a shift toward stricter adherence to religious guidelines in the governance of one of the world’s wealthiest and most-visited religious institutions. It is expected to impact several employees across different departments within TTD. He said they will be given the option of taking voluntary retirement or joining any other government department.

2. Naidu announced, “We have also decided to identify unauthorized and unlicensed shops in Tirumala and take appropriate action against them.”

3. Another critical decision was that the board approved the formation of a special committee dedicated to safeguarding TTD properties. TTD has properties across different States. Protecting these properties from illegal occupation has been a significant issue for many years. This decision addresses the concerns of many, enabling the protection and management of extensive assets under TTD’s jurisdiction.

This Special Committee will ensure legal compliance, address ongoing property disputes, and prevent encroachments. “We are taking every measure to protect the sanctity of our properties and preserve these resources for future generations,” Naidu affirmed.

4. The key decision is also taken to modernize the guest rooms at a cost of ₹772 crore. This effort aims to enhance accommodation facilities and improve the overall experience for millions of pilgrims who visit Tirumala annually.

5. Many requests are coming to TTD from different States and foreign countries to help construct Sri Venkateswara Temples. In response to these requests, the board approved the creation of a special trust dedicated to constructing temples in foreign countries. This initiative aims to promote Hindu culture globally and provide devotees living abroad with easier access to religious services. The board also approved the extension of financial assistance for the reconstruction of various temples at Kodangal, Karimnagar, Upamaka, Anakapalle, Kurnool, Dharmavaram, Talakona, and Tirupati.”

Expressing optimism about the global expansion, Naidu said, “These new temples will serve as cultural and spiritual centers, fostering a deeper connection to Hindu traditions worldwide.”

6. Asserting that Visakha Sarada Peetham, which took land on lease from the TTD, committed several violations, he said the land lease would be canceled. The building constructed on the land will be demolished.
Other key resolutions

The TTD board meeting also included several other significant decisions:

• Special measures to resolve legal disputes related to TTD-owned lands.
• Financial assistance for incomplete temple projects in villages.
• Reinstating the provision of offline darshan tickets for senior citizens and differently abled devotees on a trial basis.
• Forming a vigilance and revenue officer-led committee to remove unauthorized hackers in Tirumala.
• The allotment of 20 acres of land designated for a Science city and Museum in Alipiri was canceled.

These resolutions reflect TTD’s commitment to preserving religious traditions, protecting their vast assets, enhancing pilgrim facilities, and expanding its spiritual influence globally.

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