A major controversy has erupted over the discovery of animal fat in the ghee used to make the iconic Tirupati laddoos. A recent lab report from the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) revealed the presence of adulterants, including fish oil, beef tallow, and lard, in the ghee procured during the YSR Congress Party’s administration. This has caused outrage among devotees, as the laddoo prasadam is considered sacred.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has accused the previous YSRCP government of compromising the purity of the offerings by using substandard ingredients. In response, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trust has formed a committee to thoroughly review the quality of the ghee used for the laddoos. The committee is expected to report its findings soon.
Additionally, the temple trust has reinstated the use of Nandini ghee, a trusted brand that was earlier replaced due to pricing issues, to restore faith in the laddoo’s quality
