ANDHRA PRADESH: Another Scam Exposed in Tirumala’s Lord Govinda Wealth Loot
Fresh claims have emerged about 50 kilograms of gold vanishing during the 2022-2023 renovation of the Vimana Gopuram at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple in Tirupati.
Reports suggest the work involved gold plating, but questions linger over how much material was actually used.
This adds to ongoing scrutiny of temple management under the previous YSRCP administration.
Vigilance Steps In
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams vigilance team is now digging deep into these accusations.
They are gathering statements from past complainants and interviewing workers involved in the project.
Focus areas include the alleged subletting of contracts and potential misuse of allocated funds.
Idols in Question
Alongside the gold concerns, details have come out about the reported damage to around 30 idols on the temple tower before plating began.
Officials are verifying if this was part of the process or a deliberate act. No final conclusions have been reached yet in the inquiry.
Past Denials Revisited
Back in April 2023, TTD officials firmly rejected similar rumors of gold misappropriation, calling them baseless.
A public relations statement emphasized that the plating followed proper procedures. Current probes aim to clarify if those assurances hold up.
Broader Temple Issues
This case ties into wider investigations at Tirumala, including thefts from offering counts and substandard supplies like ghee.
Authorities are cross-checking records from the YSRCP era for patterns of irregularity. Public trust in temple operations remains a key concern.
Political Echoes
Former TTD leaders, including YV Subba Reddy and AV Dharma Reddy, face mentions in complaints for allegedly suppressing details.
No charges have been filed, but the review could impact reputations. Stakeholders call for transparency to restore confidence.
Unverified Claims
Social media buzz includes unconfirmed stories about a TTD assistant engineer’s old video denying issues and his later suspicious death.
Reliable sources show no evidence of such an event in August 2025. Police records also lack confirmation, urging caution against speculation.
Next Steps Ahead
The vigilance department plans to compile findings soon, possibly leading to formal actions.
Temple devotees hope for swift resolution to protect sacred sites. Updates from official channels will be crucial in the coming weeks.