Venkateswara temple is 'sinking'
- TIRUPATI: In the wake of collapse of Rajagopuram of Srikalahasti temple, a team from Hindu Devalaya Parirakshana Samithi (HDPS) has inspected various temples in Chittoor district. After examining the strength of ancient temple structures, it has come up with some suggestions to protect them.In a letter written to TTD executive officer IYR Krishna Rao, a copy of which was released to the media here today, HDPS State president Kamalakar Swamy said the north western side of Venkateswara temple at Tirumala from where devotees worship Vimana Venkateswara, was slowly sinking. Hence, there is an urgent need to study the reasons and take remedial action. The vegetation that grew on Galigopuram of Venkateswara temple should be removed.Golla Mandapam which is in dilapidated condition, should be reconstructed.Veyikalla Mandapam should also be reconstructed as suggested by the PVRK Prasad Committee. Steps should also be taken to check pollution on Tirumala Hills, he said. The Samithi urged the TTD to get the court stay on Peruru Banda land vacated to facilitate renovation of Vakulamatha temple. It was not proper on the part of the TTD to use temple lands for employees’ housing. A solar fencing should be erected around the Seven Hills to further strengthen security,he said.
