Devotees are advised to book darshan through TTD’s official website or token-issuing counters only.
Recently, a devotee Y. Vishwanath from Hyderabad lodged a complaint stating that one Sri Vanam Nataraj Narendra Kumar and K.S. Nataraj Sharma collected ₹90,000 from him, claiming to arrange VIP break darshan tickets.
According to the complaint, the accused persons promised VIP break darshan tickets for 12 members on August 16, 2024, and collected ₹90,000. However, despite repeated requests and phone calls, they neither provided the tickets nor refunded the money.
On investigation, TTD Vigilance found that the accused have been cheating several people in Hyderabad and surrounding areas in the similar manner. Around 12 police cases have already been registered against them.
TTD clarified that Mr. Vanam Nataraj Narendra Kumar and Mr. K.S. Nataraj Sharma are not TTD employees and have no connection whatsoever with TTD.
TTD is frequently receives complaints from devotees regarding fake darshan ticket bookings.
Hence, TTD strongly advises devotees not to rely on unauthorised websites or middlemen. and reiterates only to book through the official TTD website https://ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in or the TTD mobile app using Aadhaar details.
For information, devotees may also contact the TTD toll-free number 155257.
To create awareness among devotees regarding fraudulent activities by middlemen, TTD is undertaking campaigns across various media platforms.
If devotees suspect any fraudulent activities, they are requested to contact TTD Vigilance officials on 0877-2263828, where officers will be available round-the-clock.
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