Tirupati Tirumala Darshan Tickets for December Available from Sep 19, Here's How to Book Tickets

Tirupati: Pilgrims planning to visit Tirupati's Tirumala in December for the darshan of Lord Venkateswara can now prepare for ticket bookings, which are set to be released shortly. The tickets will be available starting on September 19, with the December month being considered one of the best times to visit. As tickets tend to sell out quickly, devotees are advised to book their darshan tickets as soon as they are made available.

Meanwhile, those already in Tirumala this week can witness the Pavithrotsavam festival at the Trichanur Sri Padmavati Ammavari Temple. The three-day festival began on September 16 and will conclude on September 18, featuring several purification rituals.

Key Dates and Ticket Releases

Pavithrotsavam Festival

• Dates: September 16–18
• Highlights: Vishwaksena Puja, Mrutsangrahanam, Ankurarpanam
• Arjita Seva Cost: ₹750 (includes two laddoos and two vadas as prasadam)

Darshan Ticket Releases

1. General Darshan: September 19
2. Srivari Arjitha Seva Tickets:
   • Booking Date: September 21 at 10 AM
   • Services: Kalyanotsavam, Unjal Seva, Arjitha Brahmotsavam, Sahasra Deepalankara Seva
   • Online Quota for Virtual Participation: Available from 3 PM on September 21
3. Angapradakshina Tokens:
   • Booking Date: September 23 at 10 AM
4. Special Entry Darshan (₹300):
   • Booking Date: September 24 at 10 AM

Here's how to book Tirumala darshan tickets: 

• Create an account on the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) website 
• Upload your personal details, photo, and proof of identity 
• Select a payment gateway 
• Choose the type of darshan, time slot, and number of people 
• Enter the details of the people accompanying you 
• Complete the payment 
• Download the darshan ticket from the TTD website

Ananta Padmanabha Vratam and Cancellations

The Ashtadala Pada Padmaradhana Seva scheduled for September 16 has been canceled due to the ongoing Pavithrotsavam. Other services like Kalyanotsavam, Veda Ashirvachanam, Kumkumarchana, and Unjal Seva have also been suspended.

Ananta Padmanabha Vratam

• Date: September 17
• Event: Sudarshan Chakrathalwar procession from the temple to the Swami Pushkarini

Aadhaar Validation for Laddu Purchase Without Darshan Tickets

Recently, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has also introduced Aadhaar validation for devotees without darshan tickets who wish to purchase the popular Tirupati laddus. This move that came into effect last month is aimed at reducing middleman interference. Devotees without darshan tickets can now register their Aadhaar at designated counters and purchase two laddus, ensuring transparency and safeguarding against exploitation.

"While the laddu distribution system for devotees with valid darshan tickets remains unchanged, those without tickets can register their Aadhaar, validate it, and then purchase two laddus," clarified TTD's additional EO, CH Venkaiah Chowdary.