Tirupati laddu

2024 - 9 - 21

Why the Tirupati Laddu is Now the Talk of the Town (and Beyond!)

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The infamous Tirupati laddu controversy has taken center stage, stirring up emotions, suspicions, and even a dash of humor!

The sacred Tirupati laddu has recently found itself in the midst of a heated controversy, with allegations swirling about the presence of 'animal fat' tainting this beloved prasadam. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), responsible for the revered Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple, was quick to leap into action, seeking reports amidst public outcry and rampant social media debates. Everyone from politicians to temple guardians seems to have an opinion, raising questions about the authenticity and sanctity of this divine sweet treat that is integral to pilgrims visiting the temple.

Adding fuel to the fire, Congress leaders have called for a full-fledged investigation following disturbing claims of 'defilement.' The statements made by notable figures, like former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam, have only intensified the sentiment surrounding what he called a "horrendous sin." The controversy prompted some tongue-in-cheek comments on platforms like Twitter, with many claiming this incident has made their mothers' guava jelly seem a lot more appetizing in comparison! It's amazing how a tiny sweet can create such a colossal stir!

In response to the uproar, the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) stepped in, pledging to supply an impressive 350 tonnes of pure ghee to ensure the laddus retain their original taste and sanctity. Meanwhile, AR Dairy, the company at the center of this discussion about ghee supply, hurried to dismiss allegations of any animal products in the making of their ghee, eager to preserve their clean kitchen reputation. Amidst all of this, the curious phrase 'one nation, one mom' was playfully coined by the Kerala Congress to highlight the absurdity of viral memes connecting the controversy to family cooking secrets and culinary sabotage.

Interestingly, the Tirupati laddu is not just a popular prasadam; it’s also been recorded in the Guinness World Records as the most distributed sweet in the world. Each laddu is blessed before being handed out and weighs about 200 grams, crafted from fine ingredients like roasted gram flour, sugar, and, of course, ghee. With rich history, many consider it a divine food offering, shared by millions, fueling the never-ending passion for this quintessential Indian sweet! So, while the controversy rages on, it’s safe to say that the Tirupati laddu is something that transcends mere ingredients—it’s a symbol of devotion!

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Tirupati laddu controversy LIVE: Centre seeks report from ... (Hindustan Times)

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Sanctity of Tirupati 'laddu prasadam' restored, unblemished now ... (The Hindu)

In a social media post on Friday night, the TTD, which manages the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple, on the hills of Tirumala said the divinity and purity of ...

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Tirupati laddu 'animal fat' row: Prasad defilement reports disturbing ... (Livemint)

The Congress said if claims of 'desecration' of the Tirupati laddu are right, a full-fledged enquiry must identify the guilty.

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Tirupati laddu war: Temple board backs Chandrababu Naidu, Jagan ... (The Indian Express)

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Tirupati laddu controversy: Horrendous sin, says Acharya Krishnam ... (Deccan Herald)

Indore: Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam on Friday said the alleged use of animal fat in the Tirupati temple laddu was a horrendous sin and ...

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KMF to supply 350 tonnes of ghee for Tirupati laddu (Bangalore Mirror)

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Tirupati Laddu Beef Tallow Controversy: Amul says its not involved ... (The Economic Times)

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AR Dairy, the Tamil Nadu-based company which supplied ghee to the Tirumala Tirupati temple, denied allegations of any animal fat being present.

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'One nation, one mom': Congress takes dig at viral Tirupati laddu ... (Times of India)

India News: The Kerala Congress' Twitter account highlighted identical tweets about the Tirupati Laddu controversy, where users claimed their mothers fell ...

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'Sanctity of Tirupati laddu restored': Temple trust after reports of 'beef ... (Times of India)

India News: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has taken steps to restore the sanctity of its laddu prasadam after lab tests revealed adulteration with beef ...

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Tirupati laddu war in Andhra Pradesh: All you need to know (Deccan Herald)

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Tirupati laddu row: Temple trust calms concerns over 'beef tallow' in ... (Hindustan Times)

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Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said the government will consult pontiffs, sages, priests and other top Hinduism ...

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Police register case against social media users spreading misinformation about Amul ghee used in Tirupati temple laddus.

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Tirupati temple trust's executive officer says tankers of contaminated ghee were turned away after samples were tested. Oppn says CM 'making controversy ...

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Pawan Kalyan voiced concerns over alleged adulteration of the sacred Tirupati laddus, claiming the ghee contained animal fats, including fish oil, pork fat, ...

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Tirupati Laddu scandal sparks temple reform demand - The Sunday ... (The Sunday Guardian)

NEW DELHI: In June, Naidu's party returned to power, raising concerns about laddu adulteration. Lab tests revealed milk fat content was shockingly low at.

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Caught in Tirupati laddu row, firm that supplied ghee: 'Our samples ... (The Indian Express)

Kannan, a quality control officer at the Dindigul-based AR Dairy Food, denied allegations of adulteration and said there were rigorous quality checks at the ...

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In a veiled dig at former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy, Pawan Kalyan said those who indulge in such 'crimes' have “no faith in God and no fear” of such acts.

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Images of a laddu (in the corner pic) and the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati. Credit: iStock Photos.

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PIL in Supreme Court seeks SIT probe into Tirupati laddu row (Times of India)

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Former Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has accused current CM Chandrababu Naidu of damaging the reputation of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.

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Tirupati laddu row explained: Did bid for lower price lead to ... (Hindustan Times)

TTD claimed that supplier had taken advantage of bid for lower prices. Earlier, KMF had opted out citing unviability to supply ghee at lower prices.

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Tirupati laddu controversy: Jagan Mohan Reddy seeks PM Modi's ... (Business Today)

In his eight-page letter, Jagan called Naidu a "habitual liar" and accused him of undermining the beliefs of millions for political gain.

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) senior leader Hanumanthu Udaybhaskar on Sunday asked the State government to initiate action against former Chief Minister Y.S. ...

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