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Allegations of adulteration of Tirupati temple prasad, especially laddu, with animal fat and fish oil have given rise to a major controversy. The matter has now become a topic of national debate and the central government has sought a detailed report on the matter from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. Health Minister JP Nadda informed on Friday that he has spoken to Naidu and directed FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) to investigate the lab report.
Serious questions were raised on the sanctity of the temple
Chief Minister Naidu has claimed, citing a laboratory report, that when YSR Congress Party leader Jagan Mohan Reddy was the Chief Minister, samples of ghee used in Tirupati temple prasad contained traces of beef fat, fish oil and pig fat. This allegation is not only inciting religious sentiments but is also raising serious questions on the sanctity of the temple.
A special committee was formed
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has openly expressed his opinion on this controversy. He accused the YSR Congress of trying to desecrate the temple and 'Sanatana Dharma'. Given the seriousness of the matter, the Tirupati temple administration has not yet issued any official statement, but a four-member special committee has been formed to monitor the quality of ghee. Union Food Minister Prahlad Joshi has said that the matter should be thoroughly investigated and if anyone is found guilty, he should be given strict punishment. This statement is an indication that the central government is taking this matter seriously and any kind of negligence will not be tolerated.
The High Court was approached
In this case, Jagan Mohan Reddy and his party YSR Congress have approached the High Court. They have accused Naidu and his party and have demanded the formation of a judicial committee for an impartial investigation of this dispute. The High Court has fixed the hearing of this case on September 25, due to which all eyes are fixed on this hearing.
There is an atmosphere of worry and confusion among the devotees of Tirupati temple
This controversy has created an atmosphere of concern and confusion among the devotees of Tirupati temple. Devotees believe that if such ingredients are mixed in holy prasad like laddus, then it can hurt their faith and belief. Devotees are very concerned about the sanctity of the temple and its traditions.
Question on the sanctity of the temple
YSR Congress Rajya Sabha MP YV Subba Reddy, who has been the chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Board for four years, said it was impossible to even say whether animal fat was used in the laddus offered to the Lord. He accused Naidu of engaging in 'disgusting' politics, which has harmed the sanctity of the temple. This controversy has posed a major challenge to the traditions and religious faith of the Tirupati temple. Realizing the seriousness of the matter, the central and state governments are investigating. However, an atmosphere of disappointment and doubt is growing among the devotees. All eyes are on how the controversy ends and how the sanctity of the Tirupati temple can be protected. This matter has become an important social and religious issue not only for Andhra Pradesh but the entire country.