TTD facilitates darshan for 5.76 lakh devotees, nets ₹28.94 crore ‘hundi’ income during Brahmotsavams

The annual Brahmotsavams of Lord Venkateswara concluded on Wednesday with 5.76 lakh devotees having darshan of the presiding deity during the last eight days.

The TTD made extensive arrangements for the massive pilgrim turnout and successful conduct of the festival.

At a media briefing, TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu, along with Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra, said the Brahmotsavams held from September 15 to 22, were conducted smoothly through the coordinated efforts of the priests, officials and employees, district and police administration, and personnel of allied departments.

The temple received an income of ₹28.94 crore in ‘hundi’ offerings during the festival, while 33 lakh laddus were sold. The TTD distributed 21.84 lakh ‘annaprasadam’ servings, while 2.04 lakh devotees offered their hair as part of their vows.