The TTD is renowned for being the world’s richest Hindu temple trust, with vast assets, including Rs 17,000 crore in fixed deposits and over 11 tonnes of gold deposits.
TTD EO revealed that the Tirumala Sri Vari temple is adorned with 1.2 tonnes of gold ornaments and 10 tonnes of silver. During the annual Brahmotsavam festival, the temple is decorated with 500 tonnes of flowers.
The temple has around 24,500 employees, including 800 gardeners who serve the devotees. Approximately 500 tonnes of ghee are used in preparing prasadams every year.
He denied allegations of Srivani Trust fund mismanagement and urged everyone to support the cause and refrain from baseless allegations that could hurt devotees’ sentiments.
The EO assured that all funds from the Srivani Trust are being used for constructing new temples and renovating ancient ones. The pilgrims have increased from around 5OOOO to 8OOOO on a daily basis.
The TTD is collecting around 3.5 crore with Hundi on a daily basis. The Temple is on par with the Vatican city when it comes to funds. TTD provides free food to thousands of pilgrims on a daily basis.
There is a plastic ban on the TTD.
