In the media conference held at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala after the Dial your EO programme on Friday, the EO said, in the 20 days, since he assumed charge as TTD EO for the second time, wherever he inspects, many devotees along footpaths, Vaikuntham compartments, even in the Mada Streets during the recent annual brahmotsavams, have given feedback to resume the old system of allotting Anga Pradakshinam tickets on line instead of the existing system through lucky dip. He said, decisions of authorities change from time to time. “Based on the feedback we receive from the pilgrims, we take decisions in the larger interests of the devotees. By the next board meeting, we will take a decision”, he maintained.
He also said, some devotees have also complained about the rude behaviour and rough handling of devotees inside the sanctum sanctorum during darshan by some employees, security and Srivari sevaks. We have been imparting training to all of them. We improve our training in soft communication skills and behavioural attitude further. A pilgrim has also complained about the alleged involvement of an employee in a darshan scandal. Strict action will be initiated if anyone is found guilty of cheating pilgrims. The pilgrims also suggested having a relook to avoid congestion between Vendi Vakili and Bangaru Vakili. I have even noticed the congestion in the Entry-Exit points. The majority of devotees also wished to have a shelter along Mada streets to protect from inclement weather conditions. We will explore the possibilities. All these issues will be dealt with soon, and you will see a change in a couple of months”, he told the media.
Later he thanked the entire media, including print, electronic, and social media, for taking forward the grandeur of annual brahmotsavams in a jubilant way through their reports, projecting the facts to the world and playing a vital role in the success of the annual festival.
