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All about TUDA or Tirupati Urban Development Authority


17, December 2025

Today, let's explore TUDA or Tirupati Urban Development Authority. The civic authority is the body that develops the infrastructure of this, one of the top temple towns in India.

TUDA - An Overview

The Tirupati Urban Development Authority or TUDA was established by the Andhra Pradesh Government in 1981 to take care of the infrastructure and development needs of one of the most well-known temple towns in India, Tirupati, which was established under the Andhra Pradesh Urban Areas Development Act, 1975.

One of Chittoor District's and Andhra Pradesh State's strategically located regions is where the TUDA region is positioned. In many ways, it significantly contributes to the economies of the State and the District and is anticipated to continue doing so in the near future.

The areas under the jurisdiction of TUDA are - Tirupati, Tirumala, Chandragiri, Puttur, Nagari, Karvetinagaram, Renigunta, Yerpedu, Sri Kalahasti, Sathyavedu, and other surrounding 160 villages.

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TUDA: Aims & Objectives

The major objective of TUDA is to promote and secure every area that comes under the Tirupati Development Area. For that purpose, TUDA has the authority to plan, hold, manage, develop, acquire, dispose, execute work and do any necessary things for the commencement of the developments.

Major Functions of TUDA

Below are some of the major functions of TUDA:

  • Notify and prepare the master plan for the zonal development of Tirupati localities.

  • Land use regulation by any organization body or person with a zonal development plant in Tirupati, including land approval and building permission.

  • The land acquisition of public and private land for development purposes and so on.

  • Initating land pooling scheme for land owners to voluntarily participate in the city's urban development by pooling their land.
  • Coordination and supervising government agencies and local bodies or maintenance and provision.

  • TUDA is in charge of conceptualizing, developing, and managing the development of essential infrastructure in the Tirupati urban area, such as robust road networks, efficient water supply systems, extensive sewage facilities, and effective drainage channels.

  • TUDA strictly regulates urban growth by issuing permits, enforcing tight building codes, and performing regular inspections to ensure that all construction meets prescribed requirements, ensuring public safety and structural integrity.

  • TUDA actively supports and facilitates affordable housing schemes, with a focus on low-income populations. This vital duty seeks to meet the housing needs of the economically disadvantaged by providing them with decent and affordable living spaces.

  • TUDA is in charge of developing and maintaining vibrant green areas that improve the city's aesthetic appeal, provide recreational possibilities for people, and contribute to a healthier environment by improving air quality and lowering noise pollution.

  • TUDA actively pursues collaboration with private developers to speed up infrastructure and housing projects, leveraging their experience and resources to contribute to the city's development.

  • TUDA plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth traffic flow within Tirupati. The authority hopes to ease congestion, reduce travel time, and improve overall mobility for both residents and visitors by methodically developing and implementing effective traffic management techniques.

What is TUDA approval?

Located at the base of Tirumala hills, Tirupati is a prominent transit pot of religious pilgrims visiting the famous temples in Tirupati, which are comprised of several shrines and religious monuments.

The above factors make Tirupati an ideal locality for the outrage of the real estate industry. That's where the TUDA comes into action. TUDA, a principal planning authority, has the right under the authority of the Andhra Pradesh Government to plan every development and infrastructural uprising of Tirupati.

So, knowing what TUDA is and its approval functions is important. As a developed tourist attraction, Tirupati is restricted by several industries by TUDA. TUDA approves the cottage and electronic industries, as most are non-polluted and eco-friendly.

TUDA approves other employment hubs, like software industries, as they form the key employment centers offering social development for the TUDA regions.

What is TUDA approved layout, and how to check it?

In Tirupati and the other 160 villages of the Anthra district, it is necessary to obtain TUDA approval before building residential and commercial developments. The online portal of TUDA offers all the listings of TUDA-approved layouts or building plans for your convenience.

Let's see how to check building plans that TUDA approves.

How to check TUDA approved layouts?

Below are some of the steps that you should follow to check the TUDA approved layouts offered in their official online portal.

Step 1: Open the browser and go to TUDA online portal-https://www.tudaap.in

Step 2: From the home page, select approved layouts.

Step 3: Select the village you are looking for from the list that appeared.

Step 4: Now you can see the list of TUDA approved layouts and their details.

What is TUDA: Key points

  • TUDA was formed in the year 1983.

  • TUDA is the second largest after the VUDA region in Andhra Pradesh in terms of geographical area and population.

  • TUDA has jurisdiction of 4,925.68 sq. KMs.

  • TUDA comprised Tirupati Municipal Corporation, Srikalahasti, Puttoor, Nagari Municipalities and more than 600 Revenue Villages in 24 Mandals of the district.

Here you go, folks. These are all you need to know about TUDA or Tirupati Urban Development Authority, how to check TUDA-approved projects, and some of the key points on TUDA.

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