Simhachalam temple goes digital with AI-powered information boards

Devotees visiting the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple at Simhachalam can now access information about the hill shrine and its services through AI-powered digital information boards installed at key locations.The Simhachalam Devasthanam took up the initiative in collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Department, and with technical support from XPLURGER.Executive Officer of Simhachalam Devasthanam, J. Venkata Rao said on Thursday that the QR-code based ‘ASK AI’ information boards had been installed at prominent locations on the hill to make information more accessible to devotees. By scanning the QR codes with their smartphones, devotees can access details about the temple’s history, the significance of the shrine, darshan timings, daily rituals and various ‘Arjitha sevas’. The AI-enabled system is designed to provide information quickly and conveniently, without depending on temple staff or other sources.“The facility is useful for devotees visiting Simhachalam from other parts of the State and the country,” Mr Venkat Rao said.The system also provides information about nearby tourist destinations, making it a useful digital guide for pilgrims and tourists.The EO added that the initiative aimed to strengthen the temple’s digital information infrastructure and improve the overall experience of devotees. Considering the heavy footfall at the hill shrine, the temple administration is making efforts to leverage modern technology to provide better services and minimise inconvenience to visitors. Published - November 12, 2026 08:30 pm IST