HC Pulls TTD Up On Tendering Process

Tirupati: The Hyderabad High Court has directed the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) to place complete details of the tendering process before the court.

The High Court bench was dealing with a PIL filed against the TTD alleging that the officials of Tirumala Devasthanam were indulging in corrupt practices while inviting tenders to set up shops. The TTD was directed to take necessary action against the erring hoteliers who were exploiting the pilgrims at the hill shrine.

The court also sought to know as to how many raids were conducted and how many violations were identified. TTD officials were questioned as to why such hotels continued to operate and why no action was taken up so far.