Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in a recent statement, alleged that the supply of Nandini ghee to the revered Tirupati temple in neighboring Andhra Pradesh had been stopped during the BJP regime in Karnataka. This statement has sparked controversy and debates in the political landscape.
According to Siddaramaiah, the supply of Nandini ghee, a popular dairy product in Karnataka, to the famous Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, was halted when the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was in power in Karnataka. He claimed that this move was a politically motivated decision aimed at creating animosity between the two southern states.
The supply of Nandini ghee to Tirupati temple had been a long-standing practice, fostering a cultural and economic connection between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The cessation of this supply has reportedly led to discontent among devotees and consumers in both states.
Siddaramaiah accused the BJP government of taking vindictive actions, damaging the age-old ties between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. He also demanded an inquiry into the matter to investigate the reasons behind the abrupt halt of the ghee supply and to hold those responsible accountable.
In response to Siddaramaiah’s accusations, the BJP leaders in Karnataka have refuted the claims, stating that there was no intentional interference in the ghee supply to the Tirupati temple. They argued that any disruptions in the supply might have occurred due to logistical or administrative issues and not due to any political motives.
The controversy has intensified the already charged political atmosphere in Karnataka and has drawn attention from the neighboring state of Andhra Pradesh. As the allegations continue to make headlines, it remains to be seen how the respective governments will respond to Siddaramaiah’s demand for an investigation.
The historical and cultural connections between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have always been regarded as significant, and any disruption in these ties is likely to evoke strong reactions from the public. As the situation unfolds, political leaders from both states may engage in further discussions to resolve the issue and restore the traditional ties that have long bonded the people of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
