TTD to implement new Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) for devotees

Tirupati, Dec 17: The Tirumala-Tirupati Devasthanams(TTD) is planning all set to experiment Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) token system from December 18 to 23.

Along the lines of Rs 300 and footpath pilgrims token system, TTD has developed this new time slot tokens for the convenience of common devotees, which will reduce waiting time.

Currently, TTD has been issuing Rs 300 and footpath Diviya Darshan tokens for 20,000 pilgrims. In addition, TTD will be issuing 30,000 tokens under the new SSD token system with an intention to provide hassle-free darshan for ordinary pilgrims.

For last two months, TTD officials have been chalking out the new SSD slot token system. Primarily, TTD high­er officials have discussed with TCS officials on software and hardware infrastructure for setting up SSD token issuing counters at Tirumala and Tirupati.

TTD will display time slots, token numbers and darshan reporting time on digital signboards at these counters. For the introduction of the new time slotted token system, TTD has made elaborate arrangements. Almost all the amenities have been completed by the TTD officials two days ago.