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Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Tirupati Airport to be renamed after Sri Venkateswara Swamy!!!
Tirumala: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board has decided to write to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, requesting that the Tirupati Airport be renamed as 'Sri Venkateswara International Airport'. Along with this proposal, the Board also resolved to recommend that the airport be redesigned to reflect the aesthetic and spiritual ambience of Tirumala, replicating its divine architecture and sacred atmosphere. The Trust Board met on Tuesday at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala under the chairmanship of B R Naidu. The meeting was attended by Executive Officer J Syamala Rao, Additional Executive Officer Ch Venkaiah Chowdary, and several board members. Speaking to the media after the meeting, Chairman Naidu elaborated on the key decisions taken by the Board. He said that the Trust Board has approved the allocation of TTD land on a lease basis for the establishment of a CSIR laboratory in Tirupati, to be set up by the Central Government. This lab will provide TTD with facilities to conduct free quality testing of essential materials like ghee, water, and food products used in the daily activities and rituals of the temple. The Board has recommended to the APPSC to halt ongoing recruitment for lecturer posts in TTD educational institutions. To address the concerns of nearly 200 existing contract lecturers, a three-member committee has been constituted following the directive of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. As part of its efforts to modernise educational institutions, the Board has decided to upgrade the prestigious TTD-run college in New Delhi. He stated that during a recent meeting with the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, a request was made for constructing a temple in Bengaluru. The Board has now decided to proceed with the construction of a Sri Venkateswara temple in a prime area of Bengaluru. The project will move forward once the Karnataka government allocates the required 47 acres of land. In another major development, Union Minister for Heavy Industries H D Kumaraswamy has agreed to provide TTD with 100 electric buses through the central government. Steps are being taken to bring these buses to Tirumala at the earliest to promote environmentally friendly transportation for pilgrims. Expanding its efforts in spiritual education and training, TTD will now collaborate more extensively with the Samarasata Seva Foundation to not only continue training priests but also to offer instruction in various rituals and worship methods. A new cultural programme titled 'Mana Varasatvam' will be launched to teach students the spiritual values of Hinduism and the cultural richness of the Telugu tradition. On the occasion of Varalakshmi Vratam, special celebrations under the title 'Sowbhagyam' will be held at the Tiruchanoor Padmavathi Ammavari Temple. TTD Board members Jyothula Nehru, Panabaka Lakshmi, Thammishetti Janaki Devi, Naresh, Sadashiva Rao, Shanta Ram, Rammurthy, Divakar Reddy, Bhanu Prakash Reddy, and others were present during the meeting. The decisions mark a significant step toward strengthening the spiritual, cultural, and educational vision of TTD.
Hans India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
TTD EO stresses on timely resolution of employee issues
Tirupati: TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao directed officials to address the issues faced by TTD employees, who are devoted to serving the pilgrims, without delay. He conducted a review meeting with senior officers of various departments of TTD at the Administrative Building on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, the EO emphasised that problems related to employees should be resolved in a timely manner. Matters that fall under government jurisdiction should be discussed with the concerned officials and appropriate permissions obtained. He also instructed that allocations for the Employees' Health Care Fund and payment of other allowances should be made without delays. Promotions, transfers, and compassionate appointments should be carried out as per regulations. The EO specifically directed officials to immediately resolve drainage issues, building leakages, power supply, and other problems in the TTD quarters located in GNB, SV Poor Home, KT, Vinayaka Nagar, and Ramanagar areas. He suggested forming a committee with senior officers to resolve the issues related to permissions for the already allotted house sites. Senior officials were also advised to discuss and plan improvements in roads, drainage, and other infrastructure facilities in these areas. He further instructed senior officers to continuously engage with lower-level employees to understand and resolve their issues. Any problems requiring government-level intervention should be brought to his notice. TTD JEO V Veerabrahmam, CE TV Satyanarayana, DLO Varaprasad Rao, several Deputy EOs from various departments, and other staff members participated in the meeting.
Hans India
10-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
‘Sadgamaya' program in TTD schools from June 16
Tirupati: TTD EO J Syamala Rao announced that 'Sadgamaya' programme will be conducted in TTD schools from June 16 to 19, which aims to teach values like divine devotion, discipline, and social responsibility to students. It will also cover Bhagavad Gita teachings in simple language to ensure better understanding. The program will be held for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students at various TTD schools in Tirupati and Tirumala. The EO also reviewed ongoing projects, including Annamacharya and Dasa Sahitya Projects, as well as developments at SWIMS, and instructed officials to ensure timely completion. Officials present at the meeting included HDPP Secretary S Raghunath, Annamacharya Project Special Officer Dr Medasani Mohan, SWIMS Director RV Kumar, and Chief Engineer TV Satyanarayana.
New Indian Express
07-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
TTD issues legal notice to vendors for Tirupati Laddu GI tag misuse
VIJAYAWADA: In a decisive move to safeguard the sanctity and intellectual property of the sacred Tirupati Laddu, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has initiated legal action against multiple unauthorised entities found selling or promoting products under the 'Tirupati Laddu' name in violation of its registered Geographical Indication (GI). Legal notices were issued through Sahadeva Law Chambers to several online platforms and vendors, including PushMyCart (Mahita LLC) and Transact Foods Limited, for unauthorised commercial exploitation of the Tirupati Laddu name, and falsely associating their offerings with the temple. Tirupati Laddu is a protected GI under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. The laddu is exclusively prepared within the Tirumala temple under the supervision of TTD, following a time-honoured and sanctified process. Unauthorised use and sale of the name not only infringe legal rights but also undermine the spiritual sanctity of the offering. In response, PushMyCart acknowledged receipt of the legal notice, and showing goodwill, suspended the infringing product listings pending legal review. Several other vendors have also taken down their listings following the TTD's proactive outreach. TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao said, 'The Tirupati Laddu is not just a product, but a sacred prasadam with deep spiritual and cultural value. We are committed to taking all necessary legal steps to prevent its misuse, and protect the trust of crores of devotees worldwide.' The TTD continues to monitor and act against any such violations to preserve the authenticity and sanctity of Tirupati Laddu.
Hans India
07-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
TTD takes legal action to protect Tirupati laddu's GI status
Tirupati: To protect the sanctity and intellectual property of the sacred Tirupati Laddu, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has initiated legal proceedings against several unauthorised sellers and promoters found misusing the 'Tirupati Laddu' name. These actions come in response to violations of the laddu's registered Geographical Indication (GI) status. Legal notices, issued through Sahadeva Law Chambers, were sent to multiple online platforms and vendors, including PushMyCart (Mahita LLC) and Transact Foods Limited. These entities were accused of commercially exploiting the Tirupati Laddu name and falsely associating their products with the temple. The notices underscored that the Tirupati Laddu is a GI-protected item under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. Its preparation is carried out solely within the premises of the Tirumala temple, strictly under the supervision of the TTD and in adherence to a long-standing, sacred tradition. TTD argued that unauthorised use of the name not only infringes on its legal rights but also diminishes the spiritual sanctity of the offering. Following the issuance of the notices, PushMyCart acknowledged receipt and, in a gesture of goodwill, removed the infringing product listings while awaiting legal review. Several other vendors have similarly taken down their listings after TTD's firm intervention. Commenting on the development, the Executive Officer of TTD J Syamala Rao stated that the Tirupati Laddu is not merely a product but a holy prasadam carrying deep spiritual and cultural importance. He affirmed TTD's commitment to pursuing all necessary legal measures to prevent misuse and to uphold the trust of millions of devotees around the world. This legal action represents one of the first instances in India where a GI-protected temple offering has been defended through formal legal channels on international platforms. TTD continues to actively monitor for such violations and is resolute in preserving the authenticity and sanctity of its temple traditions.
