TTD Staff Sports Meet Launched to Boost Wellness and Ease Work Stress
Annual TTD sports competitions began in Tirupati, highlighting physical fitness and mental well being, as officials stressed that regular sports help employees manage pressure and serve devotees more efficiently.
- TTD sports promote mental wellness among staff.
- TTD employees encouraged to adopt daily fitness habits.
- TTD annual games strengthen teamwork and discipline.
The annual sports competitions for employees of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams began on Monday at the parade grounds of the TTD Administrative Building in Tirupati, creating an atmosphere of energy and enthusiasm among staff members.
Inaugurating the event, Additional Executive Officer C H Venkaiah Chowdary said sports play a vital role in reducing mental stress and helping employees cope better with demanding responsibilities. He noted that regular participation in games enables staff to stay cheerful, focused and productive despite work pressure.
Addressing the gathering, the Additional EO encouraged employees to include at least one sport in their daily routine, saying physical activity improves not just health but also discipline, leadership skills, time management and positive thinking. He added that sports also enhance teamwork and crisis handling abilities, which are essential in professional life.
The event began with the hoisting of the sports flag, release of balloons and peace doves, followed by a pledge taken by participating players. The Additional EO formally opened the competitions by starting a volleyball match.
TTD officials stated that employee welfare sports events have been organised every year since 1977 with the objective of promoting physical fitness and mental development. Competitions are being conducted separately for men and women, along with special categories for senior officers, retired employees and differently abled participants.
Games scheduled during the sports meet include volleyball, cricket, football, badminton, tennis, table tennis, chess, carroms, ball badminton and tug of war.
The inauguration was attended by Welfare Officer A Ananda Raju, Deputy Executive Officers V R Santhi, Selvam and Rajendra Kumar, CPRO Dr T Ravi, Garden Deputy Director Srinivas, other senior officials and a large number of employees.
