Saundatti Yellamma Smart Parking Transformation
- Saundatti, Karnataka – Sri Renuka Yellamma Temple & Annual Jatra
From Chaos to Seamless Devotion – How Zagoo revolutionized one of India’s largest pilgrimages
Project Overview
The Yellamma Jatra at Saundatti is one of South India’s largest pilgrimages, drawing 1–1.25 crore devotees annually. For decades, it was plagued with 5–10 km traffic jams, chaotic parking, sanitation issues, and safety concerns, leaving devotees exhausted and authorities overwhelmed.
In 2025, Zagoo Smart Parking partnered with the District Administration, Police, and Temple Authorities to introduce India’s first temple-focused Smart Parking Ecosystem, transforming Saundatti into a model pilgrimage hub.
Key Challenges
Challenges Before 2025
- Traffic gridlocks stretching 5–10 km.
- Unorganized parking, blocking roads and fields.
- Emergency vehicles unable to move during peak crowds.
- Lack of sanitation, drinking water, and medical facilities.
- Lost revenue opportunities for local businesses and authorities.
Zagoo’s Smart Parking Solution
Our Smart Parking Ecosystem
ANPR Cameras & Digital Valet Management for seamless vehicle entry.
Pre-booking of Parking Slots via mobile app & real-time updates..
Command & Control Centers for traffic monitoring.
Bio-toilets, Community Kitchens, Dormitories, and Refreshment Centers for devotee comfort.
Shuttle & Navigation Support for smooth movement between lots and temple.
Impact & Results
How Life Improved with Zagoo
Eliminates traffic jams for the first time in decades.
Boosted local economy- vendors, shops, hotels, and transport services
Devotees managed smoothly,exploring Saundatti’s heritage and nearby attractions
First Smart Pilgrimage Hub in India, now being studied as India’s first Faith-Tech Smart Town.
Voices of Transformation
From devotees to police officers – voices that prove change is real.
Devotees
For the first time in 20 years, we reached the temple without chaos. We parked within minutes and had darshan peacefully. It felt like Yellamma Devi blessed us with dignity
In past Jatras, we dreaded the duty. This year, technology made us facilitators of faith instead of traffic controllers. It was a huge relief.The smart system gave us control and let us focus on safety, not chaos
Police
Vendors
Usually customers avoided shopping because of the chaos, customers were frustrated and hurried. Now, they come smiling, sit for refreshments, and buy our products. Business has grown like never before
Devotees now arrive with peace in their hearts and leave with joy instead of frustration. This is not just parking management—it is seva to the Goddess and her devotees.
Temple Authorities
Future Vision
Future Vision with Zagoo
AI-Driven Parking Management
EV Charging Stations
Expansion to Tirupati, Shirdi & Vaishno Devi
Smart Tourism Integration