TTD Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao confirmed that the rituals took place at Yagasala from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. A group of temple priests performed the puja, followed by associated purification rituals.

While it remains unknown who introduced the laddu in the temple, records show the prevalence of it from as early as 1790 AD

Tirupati: Amid the ongoing Tirupati Laddu Controversy, TTD has announced ‘shanti homam’ at the Tirumala Temple in Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati, to ward off evil effects. TTD Organises ‘Shanti Homam’ at Tirumala Temple Tirupati Tirumala Devasthanam (TTD) has announced a ‘shanti homam’ at the Tirumala Temple.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister earlier announced the formation of the SIT to probe into the alleged incident in which famous 'prasadam' contained 'animal fat'.

Shanti Homam began at Sri Venkateswara Temple after animal fat was found in ghee for Tirupati laddus. CM N. Chandrababu Naidu orders SIT probe into TTD irregularities.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu criticized the previous YSRCP government for altering ghee procurement procedures at Tirumala Tirupa

In response to the ongoing ghee adulteration controversy at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has ordered a purification ritual for the templ

This comes after Naidu and the TDP alleged that during the previous YSRCP government, ingredients such as beef tallow, lard, and fish oil were used in the preparation of Tirumala laddus.

Shanti Homam Panchagavya Prokshana ritual is being conducted at Tirumala temple to address alleged desecrations during the YSRCP regime. The ritual, which began at 6 am and will last until 10 am, aims to restore the sanctity of the temple and its offerings,

Naidu said that government will consult with leading Hinduism experts to determine the future course of action.