TTD EO Lauds Coordinated Efforts in Successful Conduct of Brahmotsavams

Tirupati: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer M. Ravichandra on Tuesday appreciated the coordinated efforts of officials and employees of various departments in successfully conducting the Salakatla and Navaratri Brahmotsavams of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala.

Reviewing departmental performance at a meeting held at the TTD Administrative Building in Tirupati, he said coordination among departments had helped provide better facilities to devotees and ensure the smooth conduct of Vahana Sevas and darshan.

He appreciated the Garden and Electrical departments for the floral decorations and illuminations at Tirumala and Tirupati. He commended the Annaprasadam wing for serving food to lakhs of devotees and the Health department for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation. He also praised the Security, Medical, Transport, Accommodation, Kalyanakatta and Forest departments for their services during the festivals.

The EO directed the Engineering Department to prepare advance plans for civil works, water supply and electrical requirements to avoid delays during future festivals. He asked the Marketing Department to plan the procurement of raw materials at least 90 days in advance.

Ravichandra also appreciated Srivari Sevaks, NSS volunteers and NCC students for assisting devotees during the festivities. He commended SVBC for telecasting Vahana Sevas for devotees unable to visit Tirumala and advised the channel to improve broadcast quality.

He said cultural performances by artistes from different States had helped showcase India's rich cultural heritage and traditions.

Department heads submitted reports outlining activities that went as planned, shortcomings, unexpected challenges and areas requiring improvement.

TTD Additional EO Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary, JEO P. Gopinath, CVSO K.V. Murali Krishna and heads of various departments attended the meeting.