Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), in coordination with the forest department, has initiated a permanent command control room at the Alipiri footpath to enhance wildlife monitoring and protect pilgrims following recent leopard attacks on children. The center will use 40 live-feed and thermal imaging cameras, staffed by experts, to monitor high-risk areas along the trail.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has introduced AI-driven facial recognition and anti-drone technologies to enhance the flow and safety of pilgrims, while emphasizing stringent data privacy measures to protect personal information.

The TTD Board approved the implementation of anti-drone technology to enhance the security of the Tirumala temple, aiming to mitigate potential security breaches around the sacred site.

During a board meeting held on Tuesday, TTD approved a range of measures including the deployment of anti-drone technology to bolster security around the Tirumala temple, expansion of Annadanam services, temple development initiatives, and the establishment of a transfer and retirement policy specifically targeting non-Hindu employees. The security upgrade aims to protect the revered pilgrimage site, while the new employment policy raises concerns over discriminatory practices.

During the Board meeting, TTD approved policies to transfer non-religious employees via voluntary retirement and announced legal action against a film crew for remixing devotional content, actions that raise concerns over discriminatory labor practices and censorship.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) dismissed 18 employees for allegedly violating the trust's policy that mandates adherence to Hindu traditions, effectively enforcing religious conformity and discriminating against non-Hindu practices.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) implemented disciplinary action by transferring 18 employees for practicing non-Hindu religious customs, following a board resolution mandating that only Hindus should work in its establishments.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) terminated 18 employees for engaging in non-Hindu religious activities, enforcing a policy that only Hindus may work at its institutions. The decision, directed by TTD Chairman BR Naidu and based on the amended TTD Act, highlights an exclusionary practice that undermines inclusive labor rights.

TTD issued a directive banning political and hate speeches within the temple precincts to protect the sanctity and spiritual ambience of the temple, warning violators of legal action.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has issued an order banning political and hate speeches at the Lord Venkateswara Temple, citing disruptions to the temple's spiritual sanctity. The management warned that violators may face legal action, following recent controversies linked to political statements made by certain leaders and individuals.