Holy Moly! A New Board for TTD!
Well, here we go again! The Andhra Pradesh government has taken a bold step by appointing a brand-new 24-member board for the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). And guess who’s at the helm? B.R. Naidu! That’s right, folks; it’s not just a board; it’s a grand assembly of *bureaucratic Brahmas* ready to tackle the divine tasks at hand. Who knew temple management came with a PhD in political engineering?
Published Date: 30 October 2024, 08:20 PM
A Mosaic of Members
Now, this isn’t just another boring appointment. Oh no! This board is a veritable potluck party of states. We’ve got five representatives from Telangana, three from Karnataka, two from Tamil Nadu, and even one each from Gujarat and Maharashtra. Talk about a diverse group! It’s like the United Nations decided to hold a meeting in the middle of a temple.
And the names? Oh, they’re a mix of politicians, former ministers, and individuals who probably have more in common with each other than with the dark horse of governance. You’ve got names like Sambasiva Rao, Panabaka Lakshmi, and let’s not forget the ever-memorable Justice H.L. Dattu. I mean, when your board includes a justice, it gives a whole new meaning to “keeping it just!”
Gratitude and Governance
Interestingly enough, many board members have already been showering gratitude like it’s a divine duty to thank Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. It’s like they’re playing on a football field, and the Chief Minister is the only one taking shots at the goal! Maybe they expect a check-up from the CM now and then, or some divine intervention when things go sideways.
So, let’s keep our eyes peeled as this new board takes its celestial seat. Will they pull off a miracle? Or will we just get the usual red tape wrapped around the holy premises? Time will tell, but knowing the usual bureaucracy, don’t be surprised if the temple’s Wi-Fi connection comes before the sandalwood incense!
Final Thoughts
In all seriousness, it’s crucial to have dedicated individuals at TTD, a trust revered by millions. This cosmic appointment of B.R. Naidu and his flock of board members could be the ushering in of innovative changes—or just a rotating door of political alliances where everyone leaves their loyalties at the temple gate, seeking blessings instead. Say your prayers, cross your fingers, and let’s hope for the best!
The Andhra Pradesh government has officially constituted a new 24-member board for the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), announcing B.R. Naidu as its esteemed chairman.
Published Date – 30 October 2024, 08:20 PM
Hyderabad: The Andhra Pradesh government has appointed a new 24-member board for the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), with B.R. Naidu taking the helm as chairman.
The government issued detailed orders on Wednesday outlining the diverse composition of the newly formed board, comprising members hailing from various states across India.
The new TTD board features five members from Telangana, three from Karnataka, two from Tamil Nadu, and one each from Gujarat and Maharashtra, highlighting that nearly half of the board members represent neighboring states.
Among the appointed members are well-known figures such as Sambasiva Rao (Jasti Shiva), Sadashiva Rao Nannapaneni, M.S. Raju (Madakasira MLA), Jyothula Nehru (Jaggampeta MLA), Prashanthi Reddy (Kovvur MLA), and Panabaka Lakshmi, a former Union Minister. Others include Mallela Rajasekhar Gowd, Janga Krishnamurthy, Buragapu Anand Sai, Suchitra Ella, Naresh Kumar, Adit Desai, Saurabh H. Bora, Krishnamurthy Koteswara Rao, Darshan R. N, Justice H.L. Dattu, Shantharam P, Ramamurthy, Janaki Devi Tammishetti, Boongunuru Mahender Reddy, and Anugolu Rangasri.
Many of the newly appointed members expressed their heartfelt gratitude towards Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for their appointments, reflecting a strong recognition of his leadership.
