The iconic Tirupati laddu, served to devotees since 1715, became embroiled in controversy after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu alleged that beef tallow and fish oil were used in its preparation during the previous YSR Congress Party government.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda sought a report from Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu regarding the Tirupati Laddu controversy. Allegations claimed the use of animal fat in laddus during Jagan Mohan Reddy's government,

Amid the ongoing controversy over the Tirupati Laddu Controversy, Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Friday, September 20, stated that he spoke to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and urged him to give a detailed report on the case.

Amid growing outrage over the use of animal fat in Tirupati's laddus, Union Health Minister JP Nadda has requested a report from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for review. Nadda stated he would consult state regulators and investigate the issue,

In the plea, the petitioner said the alleged presence of animal fat in the laddu is symptomatic of larger systemic issues in temple administration and has called for the sanctity of Hindu religious practices to be protected.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda on September 20 said he spoke to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu over reports claiming the use of substandard ingredients and animal fat in the preparation of the world renowned Tirupati laddus.