Amid controversy over alleged use of animal fat in Tirupati laddus, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has said that the sanctity of the 'prasadam' has now been restored. The temple board has also temporarily suspended the use of cow-based products in the preparation of Srivari Prasadams.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has taken steps to restore the sanctity of its laddu prasadam after lab tests revealed adulteration with beef fat and fish oil. Following complaints about changes in taste,

Pawan Kalyan has expressed his outrage over shocking allegations regarding the adulteration of the revered Tirupati Laddu prasadam. Complaints about unusual taste and smell led to a disturbing revelation of animal fat in the prasadam.

The ghee used for preparing prasadam was tested at a Gujarat-based National Dairy Board which found traces of "foreign fat".

In the midst of a brewing scandal, the sacred Tirupati laddus are under scrutiny as allegations emerge of adulteration with beef and pork fat. Reports revealing that over 1 lakh laddus were sent to Ayodhya for distribution during the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony have intensified debates among devotees and the broader Hindu community.

The divinity and purity of Srivari laddu is unblemished now. TTD is committed to protecting the holiness of Laddu Prasadam to the satisfaction of all the devotees,” the templ

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 Srivari Laddu is unblemished now.