YSR Congress Party and the Ghee Controversy
The YSR Congress Party, a significant political entity in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, found itself at the center of a controversy concerning the quality of ghee used in the preparation of Tirupati laddus. The situation came to light when Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu made allegations against the previous YSR Congress Party government.
According to Chief Minister Naidu, 'bathroom cleaning chemicals' had been used in the ghee intended for the sacred Tirupati laddus during the tenure of the YSR Congress Party. This claim sparked significant public and media attention, given the cultural and religious importance of the Tirupati laddus, which are considered a sacred offering at the Tirupati temple.
The controversy surrounding the ghee quality raised concerns about food safety and regulatory oversight during the period in question, putting the YSR Congress Party's past governance under scrutiny. The political implications of this allegation also added to the intensity of the dispute, as it involved key figures in the state's political landscape.
Modified: 2026/02/09