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AP CM Naidu announces measures to develop Tirumala as spiritual centre

Tirumala, Sept 16 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday announced a series of measures for the development of Tirumala as a sacred pilgrimage and spiritual centre, covering devotee welfare, temple development, healthcare, education and environmental conservation.
Addressing the media along with Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy and TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu, the Chief Minister said 89.5 per cent of the Tirumala hills was covered by green cover.
Naidu said the Sri Venkateswara Museum had been modernised and reopened to showcase the glory of Lord Venkateswara, the history of Tirumala, mythological narratives and the divine wedding of the deity.
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