In a pointed response to YCP leader Jagan Mohan Reddy’s letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi concerning the Tirupati Laddu issue, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu expressed sharp disapproval. He criticized Jagan’s decision to involve the Prime Minister, saying, “Not only was a mistake made, but writing to the Prime Minister about it shows audacity. Do you think it requires wisdom to make a mistake and then write to the PM? Do you believe everything you do is acceptable? Do you even consider yourself a human being?” Naidu’s remarks reflected his strong frustration over the matter.
Chandrababu further questioned Jagan’s hypocrisy, stating, “Do you think by shouting loudly and evading accountability, your wrongdoings will be forgotten? You have betrayed Lord Venkateswara, and now you talk about justice and righteousness? This behavior is intolerable.” He also drew attention to the fact that when figures like Sonia Gandhi and Abdul Kalam visited Tirumala, they signed affidavits affirming their faith in Lord Venkateswara. “Are you greater than them?” he questioned. Additionally, Naidu expressed his discontent over the appointment of Bhumana Karunakar Reddy, who had officiated his daughter’s wedding in Christian customs, as the TTD Chairman, calling it an unforgivable act.
On the Tirupati Laddu adulteration issue, CM Naidu announced the establishment of a Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by an IG-level officer, to conduct a full probe into the matter. He assured the public that the SIT would thoroughly investigate and provide a detailed report. To restore the sanctity of Tirumala, Naidu declared that a peace ritual, the Shanti Homam, would be held from 6 AM to 10 AM, followed by the sacred Panchadravya Samprokshanam, as a part of the purification process.
