The Tirumala Laddu controversy turned into a fiery exchange in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly, with Minister Nara Lokesh and opposition leader Bosta Satyanarayana clashing over the issue. Lokesh challenged that he would expose the truths and falsehoods surrounding the laddu as a witness before the Assembly. He criticized YSRCP leaders for involving religious sentiments in politics, calling it inappropriate to use the deity or display God’s images in legislative gatherings, and mocked absent members, emphasizing that attending the Assembly is their responsibility.
Bosta Satyanarayana responded sharply, asserting that while Assembly debates are optional, discussions at the Mandal level are essential. He stressed that every state issue is politically connected and that the government must ensure allegations against the deity are not allowed to surface. The opposition leader demanded accountability and transparency regarding the controversy and warned against politicizing religious matters.
On the pricing issue, Bosta highlighted a discrepancy in butter supply, noting that while butter is available in Indapur market at ₹500, TTD received it at ₹658. He called for a detailed discussion to identify where the irregularity lies. The exchange underscores growing tensions between the ruling and opposition parties over religious and administrative matters, with both sides using the laddu controversy to assert political points.