The situation escalated when the TTD confirmed lab results backing claims that animal fat, including lard (pig fat), had been found in the ghee used for the laddoos.

Actor-producer Vishnu Manchu slammed actor Prakash Raj over his recent post on adulteration of prasad at Tirupati temple. For those unversed, Prakash Raj, who often voices his opinions on various issues,

The controversy surrounding the ghee used in making laddoos at Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati Temple has escalated into a public spat between actor-politician Pawan Kalyan and actor Prakash Raj.

Prakash Raj challenges Pawan Kalyan over the Tirupati Prasad controversy, questioning the national attention it has received.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

Actor Prakash Raj, who often voices his opinions on various issues, called out actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan on X and asked him to take strict action against those behind adulteration of prasad at Tirupati temple.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Friday urged for the constitution of a 'Sanatana Dharma Rakshana Board' to look into issues related to temples across the country. In a post on X,

Andhra Pradesh deputy CM Pawan Kalyan addressed the issue of adulterated ingredients in Tirupati Laddu Prasadams, stressing the importance of maintaining sanctity in places of worship. He said, “I think it is very essential for the integrity of our nation which is being neglected.