Tirupati laddu controversy LIVE: Amidst the raging controversy over allegations of the presence of “animal fat” in the laddoos served as 'prasadam' at Tirupati temple in Andhra Pradesh, the Centre has sought a report from the Andhra Pradesh government.

Anantapur:Protests continued in Tirupati and in several parts of the state over Lord Venkateswara Swamy’s Laddu prasadam on Saturday. BJP leader Bhanu Prakash lodged a complaint with Tirupati

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.

Controversy erupts over Tirumala laddus containing alleged animal fats; Andhra CM blames predecessor, prompting federal investigation and public outrage.

The Karnataka government issued a circular instructing all temples coming under the Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Department, to maintain quality in 'prasadam' prepared there.

Union health minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Friday said he had spoken to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and sought a report on the Tirupati laddu issue.Nadda said the matter would be examined by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and suitable action taken.

During a review meeting with his ministers and officials over the adulterated laddu issue, N. Chandrababu Naidu warned about strict action against those disturbing the sanctity of the Tirumala.

At the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, which sees an average daily footfall of over 60,000, laddoo is offered as prasadam. A recent lab report revealed the presence of animal fat in it,

A letter petition has been addressed to the Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, seeking the urgent intervention of the Supreme Court into the alleged presence of animal fat in ghee used

JP Nadda Seeks Report From Naidu On Tirupati Prashad Laddus Controversy | Republic TV A remark by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu regarding the use of animal fat in the 'Laddu Prasadam' at the Tirumala shrine has sparked controversy and become a topic of debate within Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) circles.

A day after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu alleged that animal fat was being used as an alternative to ghee to prepare the laddoos served at the Tirupati temple in the State, Union Health Minister JP Nadda has sought a report on the matter.