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Sri Lankan MP JC Alawathuwala Visits Tirumala, TTD Allocates ₹119 Crore for Education

Sri Lankan Member of Parliament JC Alawathuwala offered prayers at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam. Concurrently, the TTD has allocated ₹118.89 crore for the comprehensive development of its educational institutions for 2026-27. The funds, directed by the SV Vidyadanam Trust and TTD, aim to modernize facilities, introduce digital classrooms, and provide skill development courses. This initiative follows a review by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, emphasizing modern student amenities.

Key Points: Sri Lankan MP Prays at Tirumala, TTD's ₹119 Crore Education Boost

  • Sri Lankan MP visits Tirumala
  • ₹119 crore for TTD education
  • Focus on tech and skill development
  • CM Naidu reviewed plans
  • Funds for hostels and digital classes
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Sri Lankan MP JC Alawathuwala offers prayers at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam

Sri Lankan MP JC Alawathuwala offers prayers at Tirupati. TTD allocates ₹118.89 crore for modernizing its educational institutions with tech and facilities.

"TTD has allocated these funds to undertake several development works - Official Release"

Tirupati, March 22

Sri Lankan Member of Parliament, JC Alawathuwala, on Sunday offered prayers to Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh.

According to the official website of the Parliament of Sri Lanka, in terms of his career, MPJC Alawathuwala was the Chairman of Reedigama Pradeshiya Sabha from 1991 to 1993, Member of Provincial Council North Western Province (NWP) from 1993 to 1994, Member of Sri Lankan Parliament from 1994 to 2000, Member of Provincial Council NWP from 2004 to 2010, Opposition Leader of Provincial Council NWP from 2010 to 2015 and Member of Parliament from 2015 to 2020. Currently, he is serving as the MP of Sri Lanka.

Earlier on March 12, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) allocated Rs. 118.89 crore for the comprehensive development of its educational institutions for the financial year 2026-27.

The funds are said to focus on introducing modern technology, enhancing students' capabilities and providing skill development training, according to am official release.

In previous years, excluding salaries, the funds allocated for development works in the TTD Education Department in 2025-26 were Rs. 13.08 crore, Rs. 25.99 crore in 2024-25, Rs. 33.08 crore in 2023-24, Rs. 39.04 crore in 2022-23, and Rs. 24.37 crore in 2021-22.These funds were utilised for building construction and improving infrastructure facilities.

For the current financial year 2026-27, a total of Rs. 118.89 crore has been allocated jointly by the SV Vidyadanam Trust and TTD to modernise educational institutions and provide better facilities to students.

During a recent review meeting, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, suggested taking steps to provide modern facilities to students studying in TTD educational institutions. Following these directions, TTD has allocated these funds to undertake several development works, the release stated.

With this allocation, additional classrooms and hostel accommodation will be constructed, and various development works will be taken up in schools and colleges run by TTD.

In addition, to ensure the overall development of students, sports, cultural and co-curricular activities will be encouraged. Training programmes will also be conducted for teaching and non-teaching staff. Courses aimed at preparing students for competitive examinations such as IIT, NEET, CA and CLAT will be introduced. Skill development, job-oriented and vocational courses will also be made available.

Emphasis will be laid on modern technology-based education by setting up digital classrooms, computers, smart panel boards, computer labs and virtual conference facilities. Modern CCTV cameras will also be installed in schools and colleges, and mobile medical unit services will be provided, the release stated.

- ANI

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Arjun K
The massive allocation of ₹118 crore for TTD's educational institutions is fantastic news! Modernizing classrooms and focusing on skill development will create a huge impact. More temples should invest in education like this.
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Rohit P
While the educational funding is impressive, the article jumps between the MP's visit and the budget. It feels a bit disjointed. The focus should have been clearer. Still, good to see such a large investment in our future.
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Sarah B
The emphasis on competitive exam coaching (IIT, NEET) and vocational courses is the right approach. It bridges the gap between traditional temple-run education and modern career needs. A very practical use of temple funds.
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Vikram M
Tirupati is not just a spiritual center but is becoming an educational hub. Digital classrooms and medical units in these schools will benefit so many students, especially from rural backgrounds. Jai Balaji!
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Kavya N
The visit by the Sri Lankan MP is a positive diplomatic gesture. Such cultural exchanges strengthen our ties with neighbours. Hope he had a peaceful darshan and carries back good memories of Andhra hospitality.

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