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The AP’s Srisailam Temple is witnessing a massive surge in devotees as summer holidays draw large crowds from Telugu states and across the country. Pilgrims are waiting for more than three hours for free darshan, while accommodation facilities in and around Srisailam are struggling to meet the demand. The heavy rush has created inconvenience for […]
The holy shrine of Tirumala Temple witnessed a huge influx of pilgrims during the summer vacation season, with over 17.48 lakh devotees visiting in just 22 days. According to TTD, the highest single-day footfall crossed 91,000 devotees on May 16. Temple authorities also reported hundi collections of Rs 82.96 crore, reflecting the strong spiritual turnout.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has released the ₹300 special entry darshan tickets for the month of August 2026 at 10 AM through its portal ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in. Also, room bookings for Tirumala and Tirupati will open at 3 PM the same day, allowing pilgrims to plan their tour and secure accommodation in advance for a smooth experience.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has declared that ₹300 special entry darshan tickets for August 2026 will be released today at 10 AM through its portal ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in. Also, room bookings for Tirumala and Tirupati will open at 3 PM the same day, allowing pilgrims to plan their tour and secure accommodation in advance for a smooth […]
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 21 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, all 32 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 79,603 devotees had darshan, while 45,125 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹4.35 crore.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 26 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 32 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 86,315 devotees had darshan, while 44,107 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹3.94 crore.
A huge influx of devotees has led to heavy congestion at Tirumala during the summer season, prompting the TTD to regulate darshan arrangements. Queue complexes and shelters are fully occupied, with waiting lines stretching long distances. Authorities have restricted entry into Sarvadarshan queues and advised devotees to join the queue system from 6 am onwards.
Apara Ekadashi in 2026 has created confusion as the tithi spans May 12 and 13. However, most calendars confirm May 13 as the correct day to observe the fast. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the day holds spiritual importance, with devotees fasting, performing rituals, and breaking the fast during the prescribed parana time next day.
The Hajj pilgrimage 2026 begins today, with arrangements in place at the Hajj House in Nampally, Hyderabad. Telangana State Haj Committee Chairman Afzal Biyabani announced that the state govt has sanctioned ₹4 crore for pilgrim facilities. A dedicated camp has been organized, and 9,660 pilgrims will depart through the Hyderabad immigration point.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 15 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 30 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 68,980 devotees had darshan, while 26,511 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹4.09 crore.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 11 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 31 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 74,286 devotees had darshan, while 33,186 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹4.44 crore.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 17 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 32 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 80,350 devotees had darshan, while 36,597 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹3.27 crore.
The Badrinath Yatra 2026 offers multiple travel options for pilgrims. The temple in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district can be reached via road from Haridwar or Rishikesh, train up to Rishikesh or Haridwar, and flights to Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport. From there, taxis or buses cover the Himalayan route, with helicopter services also available for faster access.
A steady influx of pilgrims continues at Tirumala, with devotees experiencing 11 hours of waiting for Sarva Darshan without SSD tokens. Currently, around 31 compartments are occupied by waiting pilgrims. On the previous day, 69,270 devotees had darshan, while 33,180 tonsured their heads as offerings. The temple also recorded hundi collections of ₹3.69 crore.
Over 90,000 devotees have offered prayers within 3 days of the Kedarnath Temple reopening. A record 38,000 pilgrims visited on the first day alone. In view of the heavy rush, authorities have deployed tight security with police and NDRF teams. District SP Niharika Tomar advised devotees to rely only on official government social media accounts […]