The Tirupati laddu, also called the ‘Srivari Laddu’ has been offered to Lord Venkateswara for more than 300 years. It is believed that this sweet is the deity’s favourite. According to reports, the te

The iconic Tirupati laddu, has recently come under fire amid allegations that animal fat has been detected in its ingredients.

The TDP in Andhra Pradesh claimed that a report by a laboratory had found “beef tallow” and “lard” and fish oil in the ingredients of Tirupati laddu.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam's famous laddu prasadam is under scrutiny after lab tests revealed animal fats in the ghee used. The temple authorities blamed the supplier, leading to a switch in ghee procurement.

The laddus offered to devotees as 'prasadam' at Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati Temple contain fish oil and animal fat, according to a lab report. Telugu Desam Party (TDP) spokesperson Anam Venkata Ramana Reddy on Thursday shared reports by the Centre of Analysis and Learning in Livestock and Food (CALF),

In response to allegations of animal fat in Tirupati prasada, Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy declared that all prasada at major state temples will use only Nandini ghee. Testing of prasada will also be enforced.

The recent controversy surrounding Tirupati Balaji temple’s laddu prasad has stirred emotions across India, with devotees expressing deep concerns over reports of animal fat being detected in the offerings.

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.