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Tirumala hosts the Sravana Pournami Garuda Seva today, Friday, August 28, 2026. The vahana procession is scheduled between 7 pm and 9 pm along the four Mada Streets. Pilgrim footfall typically swells from afternoon as galleries fill. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has confirmed tonight’s timing and route, urging devotees to plan arrivals accordingly.
Crowd and traffic regulation will tighten through the evening around the Mada Streets and approach corridors. Officials have prepared a dedicated parking operation plan; expect directed parking at large zones like Kousthubham and Sapthagiri, with shuttle support if required. Follow on-ground signages and police advisories near ghat road junctions.
Tirumala Garuda Seva traffic curbs, parking and last‑mile pointers
Access to inner rings typically prioritises gallery movement during Garuda Seva, so last‑mile detours are common. Past deployments included two‑wheeler bans on ghat roads during peak hours for safety; similar curbs may apply tonight based on crowds. For live updates, track Tirupati Police and TTD announcements. Drive cautiously on the ghat roads and heed posted speed discipline.
Tirumala Garuda Seva darshan timings, queues and today’s wait
Expect longer waits from afternoon as Sarva Darshan and Special Entry lines build. TTD has reiterated slot adherence: devotees with Slotted Sarva Darshan or Rs 300 Special Entry Darshan may enter only at their allotted time. VIP or break arrangements can be fine‑tuned on heavy‑footfall days; check official channels before starting. The Garuda Seva itself runs 7 pm to 9 pm.
Tirumala Garuda Seva route planner from Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai
If driving today, aim to reach Tirupati by 4 pm to clear checks and park. From Hyderabad, plan nine to ten hours via NH44 and NH40 before NH716 approach. Bengaluru runs typically five hours via NH75 and NH69. Chennai averages three to four hours via NH716. Start earlier if rain or construction slows flows.
| City | Approx distance | Suggested latest start | Primary corridors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | ≈560 km | 6 am–7 am | NH44 → NH40 → NH716 |
| Bengaluru | ≈250–265 km | 9 am–10 am | NH75 → NH69 |
| Chennai | ≈135–150 km | 12 pm–1 pm | NH716 via Renigunta |
Tirumala Garuda Seva stay, laddus and luggage counters
Accommodation is tight today; check cancellations and current availability only on the official TTD portal. Use TTD cloakrooms and luggage deposit counters to keep bags and phones secure, and collect laddus at designated counters where kiosks speed pickup. Monitor the TTD app and police channels for queue and diversion changes through the evening.