The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has asked for B.R. Naidu to be removed from his role as Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The party says his leadership has affected the holiness of the Tirumala temple. During a press conference, YSRCP leaders said religious institutions like TTD should stay free from politics.
YSRCP leaders claimed that under Naidu, some decisions have upset the public and religious groups. They said the temple needs a Chairman who respects its traditions and values.
Naidu, however, defended himself, saying he has always worked for the benefit of the temple and its devotees. He listed initiatives he has taken to improve facilities for pilgrims and enhance the temple experience. According to him, these efforts have been successful.
The TTD manages all temple activities, including rituals, festivals, and daily operations, serving millions of visitors each year. The dispute over leadership raises questions about whether such an important institution can function without political pressure.
People are watching closely how the state government will respond. YSRCP’s demand is seen as a political move to gain support in areas where religion is influential.
This issue has also sparked a wider debate about keeping politics separate from religion in India. The future leadership of TTD is uncertain, and the outcome could have effects beyond the temple itself.
It remains to be seen whether YSRCP will succeed in removing Naidu or if he will continue leading the TTD during this political conflict.
