Priority to education, security and pilgrim amenities
Modern kitchen with advanced technology
Strict action against false social media posts
Tirumala, 28 February 2026: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Trust Board under the Chairmanship of Sri BR Naidu has approved a budget of Rs.5,456.26 crore for the financial year 2026–27.
Addressing the media at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala along with TTD Executive Officer and other board members, the Chairman outlined the major decisions taken by the Board.
Excerpts :
Focus on Education
Following the directions of Hon’ble Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, an allocation of Rs.118.89 crore has been made to enhance standards in TTD educational institutions.
The proposals include digital classrooms, additional hostel blocks, modernization of kitchens and improvement of infrastructure.
Srivari Mudupu Patram Scheme
To facilitate devotees offering vows, TTD will introduce the “Srivari Mudupu Patram Scheme” on a pilot basis.
Devotees can make payments through UPI at designated counters and receive a Mudupu receipt, which can be directly offered into the Hundi. This will reduce the need to carry cash and coins.
Modern Annaprasadam Complex
Approval has been given to construct an additional Annaprasadam complex and a state-of-the-art kitchen in Tirumala with advanced technology.
A donation of Rs.100–120 crore has been proposed by Reliance Industries Limited for this project.
SRIVANI Trust Guidelines
The Board approved modifications to the SRIVANI Trust guidelines, considering the increasing costs of temple structures such as prakarams and Rajagopurams.
Vontimitta Developments
Approval towards the construction of a Dry Island at a cost of Rs. 20.17 crore for the installation of a 108-foot Jambavantha statue.
For the ensuing annual Brahmotsavams at Vontimitta, free Tirumala Srivari Laddu Prasadam will be distributed to about 70,000 devotees attending the Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam on April 01.
Rs.4.25 crore for electrical illumination, public address system and LED displays have been approved.
Akshara Govindam
An Aksharabhyasam programme titled Akshara Govindam will be launched at Vakulamatha Temple.
Security Strengthening
Approval for the deployment of 356 security personnel in Tirupati and 371 in Tirumala through the Army Welfare Placement Organisation.
Installation of X-ray baggage scanners and Door Frame Metal Detectors at Alipiri at a cost of Rs.8 crore.
A Command and Control Centre will be established at Tirupati with an outlay of Rs.10.75 crore to monitor security at TTD temples, guest houses, educational institutions and hospitals nationwide.
Other Approvals
Development works worth Rs.11.28 crore at TTD Goshalas and the Sri Venkateswara Incubation Centre at Palamaner.
Proposal to the Government towards the promotion of 51 Paricharakas as Archakas.
Allocation of Rs.14.25 crore towards the construction of Sri Venkateswara Divya Kshetram in Parvathipuram Manyam district.
Approval for cement roads, drainage and development works around Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple.
Warning on False Social Media Content
TTD cautioned that legal action will be initiated against individuals posting false and misleading content about Tirumala on social media, which hurts the sentiments of devotees.
TTD Board Members, Additional EO Sri Ch Venkaiah Chowdary, JEOs Sri Veerabrahmam, Dr Sharath, CVSO Sri Muralikrishna and other officials were present.
