Tirumala, June 16, 2026: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has achieved a major milestone in pilgrim services, with 51,38,976 devotees utilizing the free luggage deposit and delivery facilities during April and May 2026.
The service, designed to provide convenience, security and hassle-free darshan, has become one of the most appreciated pilgrim-friendly initiatives in Tirumala.
Record-Breaking Summer Usage
The summer vacation season witnessed unprecedented demand for the service.
April Statistics
📦 April 2025: 20,75,481 Deposits
📦 April 2026: 23,15,279 Deposits
📈 Increase: 2,39,798 Deposits
May Statistics
📦 May 2025: 23,82,622 Deposits
📦 May 2026: 28,23,697 Deposits
📈 Increase: 4,41,075 Deposits
The numbers indicate a substantial rise in devotees opting for the free luggage service while undertaking darshan.
Massive Weekend Demand
Following the recent heavy pilgrim rush, a total of:
🎒 3,41,742 devotees
used the luggage deposit facilities during the last three days alone.
66 Counters Operating Round the Clock
TTD currently operates:
🏢 66 Dedicated Luggage Counters
👨💼 345 Staff Members
🔄 Three-Shift Operations
These counters function continuously to ensure uninterrupted service for devotees visiting Tirumala.
Special Facilities for Footpath Pilgrims
Alipiri Luggage Centre
📍 5 Counters
👨💼 45 Staff
🎒 Capacity: 10,194 Deposits
Srivari Mettu Luggage Centre
📍 2 Counters
👨💼 10 Staff
🎒 Capacity: 3,025 Deposits
Pilgrims walking to Tirumala can deposit luggage at these locations and conveniently collect it after reaching Tirumala.
Extensive Facilities Across Tirumala
Major luggage deposit facilities are available at:
✅ Free Hall
✅ Vaikuntham Queue Complex
✅ Narayanagiri Sheds
✅ DD Hall
✅ ₹300 Special Entry Darshan Hall
✅ Supatham
✅ Srivani Trust Entry
✅ Senior Citizen and Differently-Abled Facilities
In addition, dedicated delivery centres operate at PAC complexes, Alipiri delivery points and Srivari Mettu delivery centres.
Advanced QR-Based Technology
TTD has modernized the luggage system using advanced technology.
Key Features
📱 Facial Recognition Assisted Registration
🏷️ QR Code Sticker Tagging
🧾 Digital Receipt Generation
⚡ Retrieval Time Often Under One Minute
After depositing luggage, devotees receive a QR-coded receipt. Upon presenting the receipt at the delivery counter, staff can quickly identify and return the belongings.
Completely Free Service
TTD has reiterated that the luggage deposit and delivery service is:
🆓 Completely Free
🔒 Safe and Secure
🎒 Available for Luggage, Bags and Mobile Phones
Officials advised devotees to use only authorized TTD counters and preserve their receipts until collection.
Enhancing Pilgrim Convenience
With millions of devotees visiting Tirumala annually, the luggage management system has become a crucial component of TTD's pilgrim service infrastructure.
The record-breaking usage during Summer 2026 highlights the growing trust of devotees in the facility and TTD's commitment to providing a comfortable pilgrimage experience.
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