AI Meets Almighty: Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Pushes Digital Reforms To Ease Persistent Pilgrimage Queues | India News
Last Updated:November 06, 2025, 05:58 IST TTD is collaborating with major technology firms, including giants like TCS, Jio, Amazon, and Google, to build customised tech platforms Beyond queue management, the integration of AI and facial recognition technology is intended to verify genuine devotees, prevent fraud and black-marketing of darshan tickets, and quickly locate missing persons. Representational image The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is embarking on a massive digital overhaul, with Chairman BR Naidu announcing that his second year in office will be fundamentally centred on implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information Technology (IT) solutions to revolutionise the devotee experience at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple. The core objective is ambitious: to drastically shorten the notorious long queues, minimise physical discomfort, and ensure a seamless, spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage for the millions who visit the sacred hill shrine annually. Speaking at a recent press conference, Naidu stated that the TTD is collaborating with major technology firms, including giants like TCS, Jio, Amazon, and Google, to build customised tech platforms. This push is aimed at making long queue lines …
