Landslides occurring on ghat road, walkway flooded with rain waters
TIRUMALA, OCTOBER 16, 2024: Following a depression in Bay of Bengal, Tirumala, abode of Lord Venkateshwara Swamy is witnessing heavy rains since last few days and it was heavy downpour on Wednesday.
Several low lying areas were inundated with the flood waters including Rambagicha. The walkway was also flooded with the rain waters. The landslides were occurring on the ghat road and the TTD had deployed cranes and proclainer to remove the landslide. The police and vigilance departments are keeping a close watch on the ghat roads. The drivers were alerted to move cautiously on the ghat road as there is a likelihood of poor visibility due to rain and heavy fog.
On the other hand, the pilgrims were facing inconvenience in the rains. The TTD had cancelled the VIP break darshan on Wednesday following the heavy rains. The Tirupati town is also witnessing heavy rains.
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