CBI chargesheet confirms Tirumala laddu prasadam did not contain animal fat, while uncovering a large-scale synthetic ghee supply scam involving TTD.
CBI Chargesheet Clears Tirumala Laddu of Animal Fat, Uncovers Large-Scale Synthetic Ghee Scam
A final chargesheet filed by a Central Bureau of Investigation-led team has confirmed that the Tirumala laddu prasadam did not contain any animal fat or lard, putting to rest widespread concerns raised over the purity of the sacred offering. Laboratory analysis of samples collected from suppliers linked to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams found no traces of animal-derived substances.
However, the investigation has revealed a separate and serious issue — the alleged supply of synthetic ghee falsely marketed as pure cow ghee over several years, exposing what investigators describe as a large-scale financial and procurement scam.
Findings of the Chargesheet
According to the chargesheet submitted this month, laboratory tests conducted during the probe confirmed that none of the samples contained animal fat. This finding directly contradicts earlier speculation and public fears regarding contamination of the prasadam with prohibited substances.
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