Tirumala TTD Suspends VIP Break Darshan Recommendation Letters Due to Election Code

With the Model Code of Conduct coming into force for local body elections in Andhra Pradesh, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has taken a key decision regarding pilgrimage arrangements. TTD management announced that the acceptance of recommendation letters from public representatives and dignitaries for Srivari darshan and accommodation has been completely suspended.

As long as the election code remains in effect, VIP break darshans and room allocations issued via recommendation letters will be stopped. TTD clarified that officials and public representatives should not issue recommendation letters, and letters presented on behalf of others will not be accepted under any circumstances. However, protocol dignitaries visiting the Tirumala shrine in person will continue to receive darshan and accommodation as per rules.

Officials noted that stopping recommendation letters allows more time to be allotted to general devotees, enabling them to get faster darshan and lodging. TTD has requested all devotees visiting Tirumala to take note of these temporary changes and cooperate with the administration.