Ravichandra takes over as TTD Executive Officer

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

Following the age-old temple traditions, Mr. Ravichandra first offered prayers at the Sri Bhu Varaha Swamy temple and then proceeded to the temple of Lord Venkateswara through the Vaikuntham Queue Complex. After formally taking charge, he had darshan of Lord Venkateswara.

He also took oath as ex officio member of the TTD Board at Bangaru Vakili. The oath was administered by Additional Executive Officer Ch. Venkaiah Chowdary. Later, priests rendered ‘Vedasirvachanams’ at the Ranganayakula Mandapam.

Speaking to the media later, Mr. Ravichandra said he prayed for strength to serve a multitude of devotees of the presiding deity with dedication and devotion, and thanked Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for the opportunity and assured coordinated efforts with the TTD Board to enhance pilgrim-friendly services.

He later held review meetings with departmental heads in Tirumala and Tirupati.