Ravichandra takes charge as TTD Specified Authority chief, prioritises pilgrim amenities

TTD Executive Officer Muddada Ravichandra assumes charge as Chairman of the newly constituted Specified Authority in Tirumala on Friday. | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT

Muddada Ravichandra, Executive Officer of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), assumed charge as Chairman of the TTD Specified Authority on Friday.

TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary administered the oath of office to Mr. Ravichandra at the Bangaru Vakili of the Srivari Temple in Tirumala.

Speaking to the media after the ceremony, Mr. Ravichandra thanked the State government and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for entrusting him with the responsibility. He said his priorities included improving pilgrim amenities, strengthening educational institutions and upgrading healthcare facilities.

He said efforts would be made to ensure that devotees visiting Tirumala had access to better facilities for a smooth darshan. Attention would also be given to improving amenities at all 64 temples administered by TTD.

On the education front, Mr. Ravichandra said the focus would be on providing quality education in TTD-run institutions, along with opportunities for the overall development of students and their preparation for future challenges.

He also stressed the need to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve medical services at TTD-run hospitals by providing modern facilities.

He said TTD would continue to expand its pilgrim welfare, education and healthcare initiatives while carrying forward its religious and spiritual activities.

Published - November 06, 2026 07:24 pm IST