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The Hindu
The Hindu
National
G.P. Shukla

Youths who write Govinda Namam one crore times to get VIP darshan at Tirumala temple

The newly formed Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board, in its maiden meeting on September 5 (Tuesday), resolved to focus on the promotion of Sanatana Dharma, protection of traditions and culture.

Addressing the media, TTD Chairman B. Karunakar Reddy said that the Trust Board would promote the writing of ‘Govinda Koti’ akin to traditional ‘Rama Koti’.

The youths aged below 25 years who write Govinda Namam one crore times will be extended VIP darshan facility at the Lord Venkateswara temple, along with their family members. Those writing the namam 10 lakh and 116 times will be entitled to recommendation-free darshan.

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