Reiterating that recommendation letters for special Darshanam would not be considered during the 10 days, TTD EO said that tickets will be issued only to the individuals who fall under the protocol guidelines.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde paid obeisance to the flag pole and visited the Goddess Sri Padmavati. Vedic scholars blessed him and presented him with theerthaprasadams.
In a "Dial Your EO" program at Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala, Reddy said that 4.25 lakh time slot sarva darshanam tickets will be issued on 22nd December at 100 counters in 9 centers in Tirupati.
The incident was captured on camera by a trap camera installed along the path. The authorities have issued a warning to devotees to remain vigilant and move in groups for their safety.
The electric vehicle (EV), valued at 2 crore, arrived in the city on Thursday. It has been acquired by Tirupati Smart City Corporation Limited. The double-decker will immensely change the commuting experience within the city.