Where did animal fat come from in Tirupati Laddoo? How is it made

In September 2024, controversy erupted when Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu alleged that animal fat was used in the Tirupati laddoo, traditionally made with cow’s ghee. Lab tests reportedly confirmed this, sparking outrage. The laddoo is a sacred offering at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, made with besan, sugar, cashews, and ghee. The temple trust, TTD, denied the claims and announced an investigation, seeking to uphold the laddoo’s purity and regain devotees’ trust.