Food Minister Pralhad Joshi has called for an investigation into Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu's allegations regarding animal fat in Tirupati laddus. A Gujarat lab reportedly confirmed adulteration in ghee samples,

India is known for its mystical temples and mythological heritage woven in the threads of culture, customs and beliefs. Interestingly, much like Indian temples are their profound history, the prasads offered in these legendary temples are also a reflection of the age-old tradition and culture passed on through generations.

TDP supremo and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu claimed that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi calls for investigation into animal fat allegations in Tirupati laddus, sparking concern among devotees.

A major controversy has erupted over allegations of animal fat in Tirupati laddu, with political parties trading accusations.

Pawan Kalyan, the Andhra Pradesh Minister and Janasena Party chief, raised alarms about animal fats being found in Tirupathi Balaji Prasad. He urged the TTD board to respond.

The Telugu Desam Party has claimed that a Gujarat-based lab confirmed the presence of animal fat in Tirupati laddu, including beef tallow, lard, and fish oil. The lab report has not been officially confirmed by the Andhra Pradesh government or the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.

A controversy broke after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu accused the previous YSRCP government of using substandard ingredient like animal fat to make the sweets offered at the ancient Sri Venkateshwar temple at Tirumala.