Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has accused the current government, led by Jagan Mohan Reddy, of using ‘animal fat’ in the preparation of the sacred Tirupati laddus. This accusation has sparked a major controversy, raising concerns among devotees and stirring debates across political and religious circles.
Naidu made these allegations during a recent public address, where he expressed his outrage over the quality of the laddus being distributed to pilgrims at the Tirumala temple. He criticized the government for what he claims is a “serious lapse” in the standards maintained for the revered prasad, a key part of Tirupati’s religious significance.
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The Tirupati laddu, a much-revered offering to Lord Venkateswara, has been prepared with traditional ingredients for centuries. Any deviation from its authentic recipe, especially the use of non-vegetarian ingredients like animal fat, could lead to widespread outrage among devotees. Naidu’s remarks have therefore struck a sensitive nerve, not only questioning the integrity of the current administration but also raising concerns about religious sentiments.
However, the Jagan Mohan Reddy-led government has refuted these claims, calling them baseless and politically motivated. Officials from the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), which manages the temple, have assured devotees that the laddus are prepared under strict guidelines, with no compromise on quality or tradition.
As the controversy unfolds, devotees and political commentators alike are waiting to see how this allegation will impact the political climate in Andhra Pradesh. For many, the Tirupati laddu is more than just a sweet—it’s a symbol of faith, tradition, and devotion.
