Bengaluru, Dec 27: In view of the auspicious Vaikunta Ekadashi festival, special arrangements have been made for devotees to have Srivari Darshan at the TTD Information Centre, Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple, located at 16th Cross, Vyalikaval, Bengaluru, on 30.12.2025.
Speaking about the arrangements at the local temple, TTD Bengaluru Local Advisory Committee President, Sri K. Veeranjaneyulu said:
“The committee has made all necessary preparations to ensure a smooth and convenient darshan for devotees on Vaikunta Ekadashi. There will be continuous darshan from 1:35 AM to 11:45 PM. Queue systems and drinking water facilities have been arranged to ensure devotees face no inconvenience. Continuous Annaprasadam (food distribution) will be provided to devotees visiting on this holy day.”
He further informed that the sale of Srivari Laddu Prasadam (Rs. 50/- per laddu) will commence at 2:00 AM within the temple premises and will continue while stocks last.
For the benefit of devotees, a counter for the sale of TTD 2026 diaries, calendars, agarbathis, and other TTD products will also be opened. “We are expecting a footfall of approximately 70,000 devotees this year,” he added.
Speaking about the preparations at Tirumala, TTD Board Member Sri S. Naresh Kumar said:
“Massive preparations have been undertaken at Tirumala for Vaikunta Ekadashi. The TTD administration has planned to facilitate Vaikunta Dwara Darshan for over 80,000 devotees daily. High priority is being given to common devotees, and measures have been taken to efficiently manage food and beverages for those waiting in the queues. Emphasis has been placed on the safety and comfort of the pilgrims.”
Cultural Programs:
To mark this holy occasion, special devotional music and cultural programs have been organized throughout the day at the temple premises by the Hindu Dharma Parirakshana Trust (HDPP), Bengaluru.
TTD officials have requested all devotees in Bengaluru to participate in the Vaikunta Ekadashi celebrations in large numbers and seek the divine blessings of Lord Venkateswara.
TTD Bengaluru superintendent Jayanti was also present at the conference.