Archive · 23 Nov 2025
TTD Enforces Transfer Rule, Overhauls Procurement in Marketing Wing
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is making big changes to how it buys things for the temple.
They're making sure no one works in the buying department for too long and checking their past records.
They're also changing when and how they buy things to avoid last-minute rushing.
This is because some people thought the temple was buying bad stuff.
The TTD wants to make sure everything is fair and good now.
TTD introduces mandatory 2-year limit for staff in marketing wing
Vigilance department to verify staff records before posting
Decision follows criticism of irregular procurement practices
TTD to shift to quarterly procurement and expand storage facilities
Reforms aim to increase transparency and restore confidence in supplies
- Who
- Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board
- What
- Introduced mandatory transfer policy and procurement overhaul
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Nellore, India
- Why
- To increase transparency and address criticism of irregular procurement practices
Supporters of the Changes
Skeptics of the Changes
Transparency
Supporters of the Changes
The changes will increase transparency and accountability in the procurement process.
Skeptics of the Changes
It remains to be seen if these changes will actually lead to more transparency or just create more paperwork.
Staff Rotation
Supporters of the Changes
Regular staff rotation will prevent corruption and favoritism.
Skeptics of the Changes
Frequent rotation might disrupt work continuity and lead to loss of institutional knowledge.
- Department Affected
- Marketing wing
- New Transfer Limit
- 2 years
- Verification Process
- Vigilance department checks past service record
- Current Procurement Frequency
- Every 10 to 15 days
- New Procurement Schedule
- Quarterly
- Implementation Phases
- In phases, aiming for a more transparent system