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Tirupati Temple Offers Free Special Darshan Tickets To Devotees Who Donate Blood

This simple and heartwarming initiative encourages voluntary blood donation while rewarding donors with quicker access to Lord Venkateswara’s darshan.

by Mallika Khurana
Tirupati Temple Offers Free Special Darshan Tickets To Devotees Who Donate Blood

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced a thoughtful new initiative that is touching people all over the nation. Any devotee who donates blood at the TTD blood bank in Tirupati will receive a free ₹300 Special Entry Darshan ticket. Yes, this one simple act of kindness now brings you closer to the divine.

Blood Donors At Tirumala Tirupati To Receive Special Darshan Tickets

Tirumala is already one of the most visited temples in the world. Every single day, thousands of devotees line up to get a glimpse of Lord Venkateswara. Now, TTD is turning this devotion into something even more meaningful by encouraging people to donate blood. The blood is sent straight to hospitals run by TTD, where it is utilised for patients in need of urgent transfusions, surgeries, and emergency care, according to Tirtha Yatra. It’s a place where seva (service) is a way of life.

If you’re planning a trip to Tirumala, here’s how you can take part. The process is simple and straightforward. If you wish to donate blood, you must meet some specific requirements, the first being your own health. If you weigh at least 50 kg and don’t suffer from any chronic illnesses, you will be eligible to donate.

Once you’re at the TTD blood bank, the team of experts will help to ensure that everything goes according to plan. Additionally, you will need to bring a legitimate photo ID, such as your passport or Aadhaar card. According to the Tirth Yatra website, you will receive a coupon to purchase a ₹300 Special Entry Darshan ticket after giving blood. This special pass will allow you to skip longer lines and get a quicker darshan of Lord Venkateshwara.

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Donate Blood And Get Blessings

For many, this is a chance to make their pilgrimage more meaningful. You’re not just visiting the temple; you’re helping someone live, recover, or go through a critical surgery safely. And in exchange, you get to enjoy darshan with a thankful heart, knowing that you had an impact.

Getting a Darshan ticket is only one aspect of this. Donating blood at TTD gives you a chance to contribute to a worthy cause, save lives, support essential medical care, and, of course, receive the spiritual blessings of Lord Venkateswara.

In return for helping someone in need, you get to experience one of India’s most calm and divine darshans.

Cover Image Courtesy: Canva/Krishna Narendra and Canva/Cylonphoto

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First Published: November 18, 2025 4:04 PM