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TTD Embraces VR and AR to Showcase Temple Heritage to Devotees

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is exploring advanced digital tools, including Virtual and Augmented Reality, to showcase the significance of its temples. Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal has directed officials to study developing a dedicated app where scanning temple sculptures reveals their mythological and historical context. The review meeting also focused on improving practical devotee services, from Annadanam distribution to security and sanitation. These initiatives aim to blend technological innovation with traditional worship to enhance the spiritual and educational experience for pilgrims.

Key Points: TTD Plans VR, AR App to Showcase Temple Significance

  • VR & AR for temple tours
  • Dedicated app development
  • Enhanced devotee facilities & security
  • Separate Annadanam accounts
  • New SVBC channel feasibility
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Andhra: Virtual Reality support to showcase significance of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams temples

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams explores Virtual Reality and a dedicated app to present the architectural and historical significance of its temples to devotees.

"To effectively convey the significance, architectural beauty, and other important aspects... the use of Augmented Reality (AR) technology may also be considered. - EO Anil Kumar Singhal"

Tirupati, January 3

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal has instructed officials to explore Virtual Reality support to present the significance of TTD local and affiliated temples to devotees. He conducted a review meeting with senior TTD officials on Saturday at the conference hall of the TTD Administrative Building, according to a release from the TTD Chief Public Relations Officer.

Speaking on the occasion, the EO said that to effectively convey the significance, architectural beauty, and other important aspects of TTD local and affiliated temples to devotees, the use of Augmented Reality (AR) technology may also be considered if required. He suggested examining the possibility of developing a dedicated app for this purpose. He further stated that temple sculptures and images could be scanned using mobile phones, and through advanced technology, the related mythological and historical significance should be displayed to devotees.

He also suggested studying the feasibility of launching another channel under SVBC, if necessary, to showcase the uniqueness and importance of TTD local and affiliated temples to devotees, similar to the way temple rituals of Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirumala, are telecast on the SVBC channel.

The EO instructed that special officers should be appointed to provide better facilities to devotees at TTD local and affiliated temples. These special officers should frequently visit the temples and prepare reports on developmental works.

As per the directions of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, steps should be taken to distribute Annadanam (free meals) at TTD temples. As part of this, he directed that each temple should have a general account and a separate account for Annadanam and that special officers should review both accounts and take necessary actions. Existing accounts meant for Annaprasadam should be continued.

For the convenience of devotees, coordination with the TTD CVSO was advised on aspects such as queue lines, CCTV surveillance, security, transportation, and traffic management. He also instructed officials to take planned actions regarding timely performance of rituals, Vahana Sevas, conduct of major festivals with advance planning, provision of medical services to devotees, services of Srivari Sevaks, maintenance of cleanliness of Pushkarinis, budgeting, waste management, sanitation facilities, and other related matters.

TTD JEO V Veerabrahmam, CVSO KV Muralikrishna, FA & CAO O Balaji, CE TV Satyanarayana, and other officials participated in the meeting.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the tech idea is good, I hope the focus remains on improving the basic devotee experience first. The lines are so long, and facilities need work. The Annadanam initiative is very welcome though - serving food is true seva.
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Rohit P
My parents would love this. They always visit but can't always understand the deep significance of every sculpture. An app that explains it in simple terms would be a great help for devotees of all ages.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Tirumala, I think this is a brilliant way to manage the huge crowds and enhance the spiritual journey. The coordination on security and queues is much needed. Hope the execution matches the vision.
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Vikram M
Good to see TTD embracing technology. But I sincerely hope the sanctity of the temple is not compromised. The rituals and traditions should remain pure and untouched by any digital interference. The focus on cleanliness and medical services is excellent.
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Kavya N
Appointing special officers to regularly check on affiliated temples is a very practical move. Often, smaller temples don't get the attention they need. This holistic approach by the EO is commendable.

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