Tirumala Laddu Ghee Adulteration Case: SIT Files Final Chargesheet Naming 36 Accused

Описание: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has completed its long-running investigation into the ghee adulteration scandal involving the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) laddus. The SIT submitted the final chargesheet in the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Court in Nellore on January 23, 2026, formally naming 36 people as accused in the case.

🔎 What the Probe Found

Adulteration Scheme: The investigation alleges that ghee supplied for laddu preparation was adulterated with cheaper fats and oils instead of pure ghee. The probe points to chemical adulterants such as palm oil and palm kernel oil used to mimic genuine ghee quality.

Scale and Value: The alleged adulterated supplies are estimated to be worth around ₹250 crore over several years, involving millions of kilograms of substandard ghee supplied to the temple trust.

👥 Who’s Named in the Chargesheet

The 36 accused include:

Private suppliers and dairy company directors linked to the production and distribution of adulterated ghee.

Officials associated with TTD’s procurement process, including senior employees and former managers.

Others involved in the alleged supply and tender manipulation leading to the distribution of the substandard product.

⚖️ Context & Background

The SIT’s investigation lasted nearly 15 months and was conducted under the oversight of both the CBI and Supreme Court directions following earlier controversy and political debate around the purity of ghee used in Tirupati laddus.

The final chargesheet marks a major legal development in a case that has drawn significant public attention due to the religious and cultural significance of the Tirumala Srivari laddus. Further proceedings in court will determine accountability and penalties for the accused.

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