Impressed by her devotion and determination, TTD Chairman BR Naidu announced that she and her family would be given VIP break darshan on Monday morning.

The 116-year-old woman covered the nearly nine-kilometre Alipiri route, which has around 3,550 steps and is considered a difficult climb even for younger devotees. She successfully reached the hill shrine and had the darshan of Lord Venkateswara Swamy. Her journey surprised many pilgrims, who appreciated her strong determination and unwavering faith. Many stopped to congratulate her after learning about her age.

Family members said Navaneethamma had always wanted to visit the Tirumala temple and seek the blessings of Lord Venkateswara. They said it was her deep faith and strong willpower that helped her complete the demanding trek. Videos of her pilgrimage have gone viral on social media, with thousands of people praising her inspiring achievement. Many users described her as an example of how faith and determination can overcome age and physical challenges.

Reacting to the videos, TTD Chairman BR Naidu said on X that Navaneethamma's pilgrimage had inspired devotees across the country. Her dedication and devotion had earned the admiration of people of all ages and announced VIP break darshan for her and her family as a mark of appreciation.