Amid concerns among devotees on the quality of ghee used in the famous Tirupati laddu prasadam, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has said sanctity of the sacred sweetmeat has been restored.

The temple management has revealed it had discovered sub-standard ghee, including the presence of lard, during quality testing. This disclosure followed allegations raised by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu two days prior.

Tirupati laddu controversy LIVE: Amidst the raging controversy over allegations of the presence of “animal fat” in the laddoos served as 'prasadam' at Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh, the Centre has sought a report from the Andhra Pradesh government.

A political storm erupts in Andhra Pradesh as TDP alleges the presence of 'beef tallow' and 'lard' in Tirupati laddus, based on a controversial lab report. The claims, made by N. Chandrababu Naidu, raise serious questions about ingredient quality and have prompted calls for an investigation.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has assured devotees that the sanctity of the famous Tirupati 'laddu prasadam' has been restored. This follows concerns over sub-standard ghee and lard found in samples.

Tirupati: Amid concerns among devotees on the quality of ghee used in the famous Tirupati 'laddu prasadam', the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has said sanctity of the sacred sweetmeat

Union health minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Friday said he had spoken to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and sought a report on the Tirupati laddu issue.Nadda said the matter would be examined by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and suitable action taken.

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The Karnataka government issued a circular instructing all temples coming under the Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department, to maintain quality in 'prasadam' prepared there.

During a review meeting with his ministers and officials over the adulterated laddu issue, N. Chandrababu Naidu warned about strict action against those disturbing the sanctity of the Tirumala.