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TTD ghee scam: 70 lakh kg allegedly bought without mandatory quality tests commission finds
India
Published on 3 May 2026
Lab reports allegedly confirmed vegetable fats were ignored
A commission report says Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams procured over 70 lakh kg of ghee while bypassing mandatory quality checks. The lapse allegedly enabled suppliers to sell adulterated ghee, with officials reportedly ignoring safety tests and suppressing lab findings that indicated vegetable fats. The report points to governance failures by senior officials and board members.
- TTD allegedly procured over 70 lakh kg ghee without required quality testing
- Commission claims adulterated ghee could enter supplies due to procedural lapses
- Officials are accused of ignoring tests and suppressing lab reports
- Report holds TTD officials and board members responsible
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