Telugu Desam Party Ghee Adulteration Poster Controversy

17 UPDATES · 7 DAYS · 30 JAN 2026 — 5 FEB 2026

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Latest · 5 Feb 2026

Former minister Kondru Muralimohan accuses the YSR Congress Party of engaging in hate politics due to its inability to accept the popularity of the Chandrababu Naidu-led NDA government.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the criticism and reactions to the YSRCP's celebration of the CBI-led SIT report on the Tirumala laddu ghee case, including analyses and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions or statements by the YSRCP, BJP, or any other political parties unless they are direct responses or developments stemming from the criticism of the YSRCP's celebration of the report.

The full story, from the beginning

30Jan

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

YSRCP’s homam ridiculed, termed an ‘eyewash’

The Hindu

YSRCP MLC Lella Appireddy filed a complaint with the Andhra Pradesh Police alleging the creation and distribution of defamatory posters linking to the TTD ghee adulteration case.

31Jan

The Hindu

Payyavula Keshav, TDP leader, demands an investigation into the adulteration of ghee used by the TTD after evidence from CFTRI and NDDB confirmed the issue in 2022 and 2024.

The Hindu

Minister T.G. Bharath condemned YSRCP's attempts to deflect blame in the Tirumala ghee adulteration case, citing the report's confirmation of adulterated ghee and the government's commitment to temple sanctity.

The Hindu

Tensions between the TDP and YSRCP escalated in Guntur after former MLA Ambati Rambabu made derogatory remarks against Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, leading to violent clashes.

The Hindu

Ambati Rambabu, a YSRCP leader, was arrested for obstructing police officers while they were performing their duties.

1Feb

The Hindu

TDP MP Shabari condemned former YSRCP leader Rambabu's derogatory remarks against Andhra CM Naidu.

The Hindu

Chief Minister Naidu clarified his statements about the ghee scam at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, citing a report from the National Dairy Development Board and emphasizing accountability.

The Hindu

The Minister for MSME condemned Ambati Rambabu's derogatory remarks against Chandrababu Naidu, prompting accusations of inflammatory rhetoric from TDP leaders.

The Hindu

YSRCP president Jagan Mohan Reddy condemned attacks on party leaders, accusing the TDP of orchestrating a conspiracy and misusing police.

The Hindu

Former Minister Ambati Rambabu was arrested for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and disrupting police duties.

The Hindu

NDA Alliance leaders organized protests across Rayalaseema in response to alleged offensive remarks made by Ambati Rambabu against Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu.

The Hindu

Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy, a YSRCP leader, challenged the TDP's continued dissemination of misinformation about ghee adulteration despite the SIT's findings.

The Hindu

Ambati Rambabu was granted a 14-day judicial remand after being arrested for allegedly using abusive language against the Chief Minister and obstructing police duties.

The Hindu

Chief Minister Naidu defended the government's actions, asserting its commitment to law and order despite YSRCP's attempts to disrupt peace.

2Feb

The Hindu

S. Krishna Chaitanya Reddy, urging protection of Tirumala temple sanctity, requested media to delete data and government officials to refrain from statements.

5Feb

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Former minister Kondru Muralimohan accuses the YSR Congress Party of engaging in hate politics due to its inability to accept the popularity of the Chandrababu Naidu-led NDA government.

Story concluded