Tirupati’s bus shelter inauguration evokes nostalgia
The inauguration of a renovated bus shelter in Tirupati served as a nostalgic gathering for local political leaders from various parties. The event honored the legacy of V. Venkata Muni Chetty, a prominent former municipal leader, and highlighted a rare moment of cross-party camaraderie.
Why it matters
It illustrates the role of local infrastructure in preserving community history and the potential for political figures to maintain social connections across ideological divides.
Thursday’s event at the heart of Tirupati was not just the inauguration of a bus shelter, but a trip down the memory lane for many. Interestingly, this event brought together leaders of the TDP, the BJP, Jana Sena and the YSR Congress, kindling memories of 40 years for many.
The city’s busy NTR Circle, what is also known better as ‘Town Club Circle’ since the 1980s, turned colourful with the renovation of the ramshackle bus shelter built over two decades back.
The bus shelter was originally developed in memory of V. Venkata Muni Chetty, who continuously served as the Vice-Chairman of Tirupati Municipality for 33 years, before becoming the first Chairman of Tirupati Urban Development Authority (TUDA) during 1980-82.
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