Will the Guilty in Tirupati Laddu Adulteration Face Justice?
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Synopsis
As the investigation into the alleged adulteration of ghee in Tirupati laddus unfolds, Minister Nara Lokesh emphasizes that those responsible will face severe legal consequences. The Supreme Court-appointed SIT has unveiled shocking details, raising critical questions about the integrity of sacred traditions. Discover the implications of this scandal on faith and justice.
Key Takeaways
- Ghee adulteration in Tirupati laddus is under investigation.
- Nara Lokesh emphasizes legal accountability for the guilty.
- The Supreme Court-appointed SIT has revealed shocking findings.
- Trust in sacred traditions is at stake.
- The investigation could reshape food safety regulations.
Amaravati, Nov 10 (NationPress) The Andhra Pradesh Minister for Human Resources Development and Information Technology, Nara Lokesh, stated on Monday that those found guilty in the alleged adulteration of ghee in Tirupati laddus will face the full weight of the law.
He asserted that the Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT), which investigated the alleged adulteration, has revealed the truth.
“The Supreme Court-appointed SIT has unveiled the truth. The guilty will face the full weight of the law,” Lokesh shared on X.
“This isn’t merely adulteration - it is a deliberate assault on the faith of Hindus, a desecration of our beliefs, and a crime against the soul of Bharat. Those who have tampered with the sacred must bear the consequences,” remarked the general secretary of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP).
Lokesh responded to reports indicating that the CBI-led SIT arrested one Ajay Kumar Sugandh, who supplied various chemicals to Bhole Baba Organic Dairy, contracted by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) to provide ghee for the preparation of laddu prasadam.
The chemicals supplied to the dairy included monodiglycerides and acetic acid ester. The SIT disclosed these findings in a report submitted to the Nellore ACB court while seeking the remand of Ajay Kumar, who is the 16th accused in the case.
The investigation by the SIT revealed that Bhole Baba Organic Dairy from Uttarakhand never procured a single drop of milk or butter from any source, yet managed to supply 68 lakh kgs of ghee to TTD between 2019 and 2024 when the YSR Congress Party was in power.
The promoters of Bhole Baba Dairy established a fully operational fake desi ghee manufacturing unit and supplied 68 lakh kg of spurious ghee worth Rs 250 crore to TTD, which oversees the affairs of the richest Hindu temple.
Last month, the SIT arrested K Chinna Appanna, a close aide of YSR Congress party’s Rajya Sabha member and former TTD chairman Y V Subba Reddy.
Appanna, who served as Subba Reddy’s personal assistant from 2014 to 2024, allegedly played a crucial role in awarding contracts to ineligible dairies.
The alleged laddu scam came to light after the Telugu Desam Party-led coalition assumed power in June 2024. In September 2025, the state government formed an SIT headed by Inspector General Sarvashreshta Tripathi to investigate the case.
However, following petitions challenging the SIT's constitution by the state government, the High Court in October 2024 ordered the establishment of a new, independent five-member SIT, replacing the state-appointed SIT.
The SC-appointed SIT comprises two CBI officers, two senior police officers from Andhra Pradesh, and one official from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Point of View
It’s essential to approach the matter with a commitment to justice and transparency. The actions of the SIT and the legal system will be crucial in restoring trust among devotees and ensuring that such violations do not occur in the future.
NationPress
10/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tirupati laddu adulteration case about?
The case involves allegations of ghee adulteration in the famous Tirupati laddus, with a Special Investigation Team (SIT) uncovering a scandal involving the supply of spurious ghee.
Who is Nara Lokesh?
Nara Lokesh is the Andhra Pradesh Minister for Human Resources Development and Information Technology, currently addressing the ghee adulteration scandal.
What actions has the SIT taken?
The SIT, appointed by the Supreme Court, has arrested key individuals and is investigating the supply chain involved in the alleged adulteration.
What are the implications of the case?
The case raises significant questions about food safety, religious trust, and legal accountability in Andhra Pradesh.
How is the government responding?
The Andhra Pradesh government is committed to ensuring that those responsible face legal repercussions and has formed a new SIT for a thorough investigation.
