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The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), a prominent Hindu nationalist organization, has called on the Supreme Court of India to launch an independent investigation into allegations of adulteration in the famed Tirupati laddus, a sacred offering at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple. This demand comes amidst escalating tensions between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) in the state of Andhra Pradesh over the controversial issue.
The VHP's appeal is rooted in the recent allegations made by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who claimed that the previous YSRCP government had used substandard ingredients and animal fats in the production of the Tirupati laddus. These accusations have sparked outrage among Hindu devotees, who consider the laddus to be a sacred and consecrated prasadam, a divine offering consumed with utmost faith. The VHP argues that the alleged adulteration not only undermines the religious significance of the laddus but also constitutes a grave offense against the sentiments of millions of devotees worldwide.
The VHP's statement further underscores the deep-seated concern within the Hindu community over the alleged adulteration. The organization emphasizes that such negligence and delay in addressing this issue could lead to widespread protests and agitations. It calls for swift and decisive action by the Supreme Court to identify the perpetrators and ensure their stringent punishment. The VHP's demand for a suo motu cognizance, meaning an investigation initiated by the court without any formal complaint, highlights the gravity of the situation and the potential for further unrest if the allegations are not thoroughly investigated and addressed.
Source: SC should take suo motu cognisance of Tirupati laddu adulteration allegations: VHP