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A controversy has erupted in Tirupati after reports revealed that polyester shawls were allegedly being sold as pure silk dupattas to devotees. The issue surfaced when several visitors raised doubts about the quality and authenticity of the shawls offered at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) counters. According to initial findings, the items marketed as silk were actually low-cost polyester products, raising questions about supplier involvement and internal lapses. In response, TTD officials have requested the Andhra Pradesh Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to conduct a detailed investigation to uncover the extent of the fraud and identify those responsible. The incident has sparked public concern over transparency in temple offerings, pricing, and procurement practices. TTD has assured devotees that corrective steps will be taken and stricter monitoring will be implemented to prevent such irregularities. The probe is expected to bring clarity and restore trust among pilgrims.
The Key points
- Polyester shawls allegedly sold as silk dupattas in Tirupati.
- Devotees first flagged doubts about product quality.
- Preliminary checks revealed mismatched material claims.
- TTD acknowledged irregularities in shawl procurement.
- Officials requested an ACB investigation into the issue.
- Inquiry aims to identify suppliers and staff involved.
- Incident raises concerns about transparency in temple sales.
- TTD promises stricter monitoring of future purchases.
- Devotee trust impacted due to misleading product labeling.
- Final report expected to guide corrective and legal action.
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