Can we visit Tirumala now?

Yes, you can currently visit Tirumala. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has resumed darshan at the temple. However, there are a few restrictions in place. These restrictions include:

• Dress code: Pilgrims must wear clean and preferably white clothing.
• No shoes: Pilgrims must remove their shoes before entering the temple.
• No food or drinks: Pilgrims must not eat or drink anything inside the temple.
• No smoking: Pilgrims must not smoke inside the temple.
• No photography: Pilgrims must not take photographs inside the temple.
• No touching the deity: Pilgrims must not touch the deity.
• Social distancing: Pilgrims must maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet.
• Masks: Pilgrims must wear masks at all times.

The TTD has also introduced a number of measures to ensure the safety of pilgrims, such as:

• Increased number of counters for darshan tickets: The TTD has increased the number of counters for darshan tickets in order to reduce the waiting time.
• Installation of thermal scanners: Thermal scanners have been installed at all entry points to the temple to check the temperature of pilgrims.
• Providing hand sanitizer: Hand sanitizer dispensers have been placed throughout the temple premises.
• Increased frequency of cleaning and disinfection: The temple premises are being cleaned and disinfected more frequently.

The TTD is constantly monitoring the situation and will adjust the restrictions as needed. You can check the TTD website for the latest updates on darshan and other restrictions.