Executive Shakeup at Tirupati Temple Authority Amid Quality Control Scandal

In a decisive administrative move, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has transferred its Executive Officer following allegations of adulterated ghee used in temple offerings. The appointment of Special Chief Secretary Ravichandra as in-charge EO signals heightened governmental oversight during this sensitive period. This leadership transition occurs against the backdrop of ongoing investigations into quality control lapses during the previous YSR Congress Party administration, when Mr. Singhal oversaw temple operations. The 'laddu row' has escalated from a localized food safety concern to a significant governance issue, prompting institutional reforms. Analysis suggests this personnel change reflects both immediate damage control and long-term strategy to restore public confidence in India's most visited pilgrimage destination. The temple's management now faces dual challenges: addressing procedural vulnerabilities in procurement systems while maintaining uninterrupted religious services for millions of devotees. This development underscores the complex intersection of religious administration, political accountability, and public health standards in major cultural institutions.