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23 September,2024 01:18 PM ISTSri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of The Art of Living, addressed the Tirupati laddoo row, likening the situation to historical grievances like the sepoy mutiny of 1857. He expressed that the feelings of Hindus are profoundly hurt by the alleged mismanagement of the prasadam, calling it a "malicious" act driven by greed. He demanded strict penalties for those involved, including asset seizure and imprisonment. Ravi Shankar emphasized the need for rigorous oversight of all food products, particularly addressing concerns about adulteration. He proposed that temple management should be supervised by spiritual leaders, suggesting the formation of a committee comprising representatives from various religious communities, with minimal government involvement. His remarks highlight the importance of maintaining the sanctity of religious practices and ensuring transparency in food offerings. ... [Read More]
22 September,2024 04:48 PM ISTAmid the ongoing controversy over the Tirupati temple laddoos, Andhra Pradesh DY CM Pawan Kalyan said, "We are hurt and shocked...When people of no commitment and no value and no respect for the sanctity of the temple, if they take charge this is what happens...It is not just about prasad, maybe liquor and non-veg was supplied, people were having parties there," Pawan Kalyan told ANI.The Jana Sena chief suggested establishing a `Sanatana Dharma Rakshana Board` to ensure the purity of the sacred offerings. Raising concern over the quality of prasad and the functioning of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), he said that the quality of prasad is always quite superior and are sourced from highly trusted groups and companies to ensure its purity and sanctity.... [Read More]
21 September,2024 04:36 PM ISTAmid the ongoing controversy over the Tirupati temple laddoos, Executive officer of Tirumala Tirupathi Devastanam (TTD), Shamala Rao said that when he took over as executive officer TTD, the CM expressed concern on the ghee procured and the quality of the laddu which is considered to be very sacred and offered as `Prasadam` to Lord Venkateswara Swamy, then they send it to the lab for testing result of which has been shocking. ... [Read More]
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