The Sri Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala houses not only Lord Venkateswara but also a host of other deities. Pilgrims seek blessings from Sri Varaha Swamy, Goddess Padmavathi, and Bedi Anjaneya Swamy.

The Lord Venkateswara temple at Tirumala witnessed a moderate turnout of devotees on the New Year’s Day. The devotees were allowed to have darshan after the completion of the daily rituals at 2 ...