The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has officially opened online bookings for the much-awaited Vaikunta Ekadasi 2025 Darshan at the sacred Lord Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala. This spiritual event, celebrated from January 10 to 19, 2025, is expected to witness lakhs of devotees flocking to the hill shrine to seek divine blessings.
Online Ticket Booking Details
- Vaikunta Dwara Darshan Tickets
- Booking Opens: 11 a.m. on December 23, 2024
- Platform: TTD Official Website
- Special Entry Darshan (SED) Tickets
- Booking Opens: 11 a.m. on December 24, 2024
- Platform: TTD Official Website
During the 10-day festival, the Vaikunta Dwaram—a sacred passage encircling the sanctum sanctorum—will remain open, offering devotees a unique and spiritually enriching experience.
Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) Tokens
To manage the large crowd, Slotted Sarva Darshan (SSD) tokens will be distributed at eight centers in Tirupati and one in Tirumala:
Tirupati Centers
- MR Palli
- Jeevakona
- Ramanaidu School
- Ramachandra Pushkarini
- Indira Maidan
- Srinivasam
- Vishnu Nivasam
- Bhudevi Complex
Tirumala Center
- Kaustubham Guesthouse
The TTD Chief Engineer has confirmed that all necessary facilities will be provided at these centers to ensure a smooth process. Note: Only devotees with valid darshan tokens will be allowed to enter the darshan queue.
Vaikunta Ekadasi and Dwadasi Highlights
- Vaikunta Ekadasi (January 10, 2025)
- VIP Protocol Darshan: Starts at 4:45 a.m.
- Swarna Ratham (Golden Chariot) Procession: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Dwadasi Day (January 11, 2025)
- Chakrasnanam Ritual: Held at Srivari Pushkarini (temple pond) from 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Facilities for Pilgrims
TTD has made extensive preparations to ensure a seamless experience for devotees:
- Free Food Distribution (Annadanam): Operating daily from 6 a.m. to midnight, offering tea, coffee, milk, upma, sugar pongal, and other dishes.
- Laddu Distribution: A buffer stock of 3.5 lakh laddus will be maintained to meet the high demand.
- Traffic Management: Local police, in coordination with TTD, will ensure smooth traffic flow around the temple premises.
Why Vaikunta Ekadasi is Significant
Vaikunta Ekadasi 2025 is one of the most revered festivals in the Hindu calendar. Passing through the Vaikunta Dwaram is considered highly auspicious and spiritually uplifting, believed to open the gates of heaven for devotees. This annual festival is a time for reflection, devotion, and prayer, attracting pilgrims from across India and the world.
Vaikunta Ekadasi at Tirumala promises to be a divine and transformative experience for devotees. With TTD’s efficient arrangements for ticket booking, crowd management, and essential services, pilgrims can expect a well-organized and spiritually fulfilling journey.
Don’t miss this opportunity to seek Lord Venkateswara’s blessings during this auspicious festival. Book your tickets early and participate in the grand celebrations!
