Tirumala, June 10, 2026: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is taking significant steps to make Srivari Annaprasadam more delicious, hygienic and nutritious for millions of devotees visiting Tirumala every year.

As part of this initiative, TTD Additional Executive Officer Sri C.H. Venkaiah Chowdary held a review meeting with rice and dal millers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana at Padmavathi Guest House in Tirumala.

No Compromise on Quality of Raw Materials

During the meeting, the Additional EO made it clear that TTD will not compromise on the quality of raw materials used in preparing Annaprasadam.

He emphasized that the interests and satisfaction of devotees remain the highest priority for TTD.

The officials informed millers that only high-quality rice, dal and other ingredients meeting prescribed standards would be considered for procurement.

New Empanelment System for Greater Transparency

To strengthen quality control and transparency, TTD is introducing a new empanelment system for suppliers.

Objectives of the New System

✅ Improved Quality Standards

✅ Transparent Procurement Process

✅ Better Vendor Accountability

✅ Consistent Supply of Premium Raw Materials

✅ Enhanced Devotee Satisfaction

The initiative is expected to further improve the quality of food served at the Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex.

98% Devotees Satisfied with Annaprasadam Quality

TTD recently conducted a feedback survey among devotees regarding the taste and quality of Annaprasadam served in Tirumala.

According to Sri Venkaiah Chowdary:

📊 More than 98% of devotees expressed satisfaction with the current quality and taste of Annaprasadam.

📈 Many devotees stated that the quality has improved significantly compared to previous years.

TTD now aims to achieve even higher standards through the newly proposed empanelment mechanism.

Annaprasadam – A Sacred Service to Millions

The Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex continues to provide free meals to lakhs of devotees visiting Tirumala.

The Annaprasadam service remains one of the largest free meal programmes in the world and is considered a sacred offering to devotees of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy.

TTD Staff Return Gold Bangle Worth ₹2 Lakh to Devotee

In another incident highlighting honesty and dedication, TTD staff successfully returned a lost gold ornament to a devotee.

Gold Bangle Found in Accommodation Area

A devotee named Ganesh from Kuppam reportedly lost a gold bangle worth approximately ₹2 lakh during his visit to Tirumala.

The ornament was later found by TTD staff in Room No. 9 of the Sannidhanam accommodation area in the Padmavathi Zone.

Prompt Action by TTD Staff

After verifying the details provided by the devotee, TTD staff confirmed the ownership of the gold ornament and safely handed it back to him.

Ganesh expressed gratitude to TTD employees for their honesty, dedication and commitment towards serving pilgrims.

TTD's Commitment to Devotee Welfare

The incident once again demonstrates TTD's strong commitment to:

✅ Pilgrim Safety

✅ Lost and Found Assistance

✅ Transparent Administration

✅ Devotee-Friendly Services

Along with enhancing Annaprasadam quality, TTD continues to focus on ensuring a safe, comfortable and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage experience for devotees visiting Tirumala.