Controversy Erupts Over Alleged Use of Animal Fat in Tirupati Laddus

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu and former CM Jagan Reddy clash over accusations of adulteration in temple prasadam.

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has accused the previous YSRCP government of using substandard ghee containing animal fat in Tirupati laddus.
Former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy has vehemently denied the allegations, calling them politically motivated and has written to PM Modi for intervention.
Lab tests from a Gujarat state-run lab reportedly found traces of beef tallow, lard, and fish oil in the ghee used during Reddy's tenure.
The Karnataka government has mandated the use of Nandini ghee in all state temples to ensure quality and purity.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has blacklisted the supplier AR Dairy and initiated legal proceedings, while also planning to install in-house testing facilities.