Tirupati: Tirupati MP M Gurumoorthy has raised concerns over the alleged discrimination faced by SC and ST employees in Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), along with the delay in filling vacant posts and the growing workload on staff.

Speaking to the media in Tirupati during the visit of National Commission for Scheduled Castes chairman to Tirumala on Friday, Gurumoorthy said TTD, a major religious institution, should follow proper administrative practices and respect constitutional principles. He alleged that SC and ST employees were not receiving promotions fairly and were also facing discrimination in opportunities for small businesses. More than 10,000 vacancies

remained unfilled, increasing the workload on existing employees.

The MP also questioned the absence of SC and ST representatives from TTD meetings and alleged that discrimination could be seen in promotion lists. He further criticised TTD officials for allegedly failing to follow proper protocol for the National Commission for Scheduled Castes chairman during his Tirumala visit. Gurumoorthy urged government institutions to protect constitutional rights and ensure equal treatment for all employees.