Tirupati Temple Warns Devotees: Beware of Fraudulent Brokers

As of October 19th, 2025, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has issued a strong warning to devotees against falling victim to fraudulent brokers and middlemen operating in matters related to the Tirupati temple's services.

The TTD chairman, B R Naidu, has revealed that certain brokers and agents have been cheating innocent devotees by falsely promising them special access to Srivari Darshan, Arjitha Sevas, and accommodation facilities. Some individuals have even been posing as senior TTD officials or claiming to hold influential positions to lure devotees with these assurances.

Naidu stated that several cases have already come to light where such fraudulent individuals have collected large sums of money from devotees and then cheated them. In response, the temple authorities have identified many of these brokers and have initiated legal action against them.

To prevent further exploitation, the TTD has urged all devotees to book Srivari Darshan, Arjitha Sevas, and accommodation only through the official TTD website or mobile app, using their Aadhaar cards. Devotees have also been advised to contact the TTD toll-free number for any information and to immediately report any suspicious middlemen or fraudulent activity to the temple's vigilance officials.

Naidu emphasized the need for collective efforts to safeguard the sanctity and security of the Tirumala temple, one of the richest Hindu shrines in the world.