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AP Govt Forms One-Man Panel to Probe Adulterated Ghee Supply to Tirumala Temple

The Andhra Pradesh Government has constituted a one-man commission headed by retired IAS officer Dinesh Kumar to investigate administrative failures in the alleged supply of adulterated ghee to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The commission will examine the Special Investigation Team's report and recommend action against responsible TTD officers and committee members. This follows a criminal case and a Supreme Court-monitored SIT investigation that already filed a chargesheet. The panel has 45 days to submit its report, which will be strictly advisory and not interfere with ongoing court proceedings.

Key Points: AP Commission to Probe Adulterated Ghee Supply to TTD

  • Probe into adulterated ghee supply
  • Retired IAS officer Dinesh Kumar heads panel
  • Examine SIT findings & administrative lapses
  • Report due within 45 days
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Andhra Pradesh Govt constitutes one-man commission to probe adulterated ghee supply to TTD

Andhra Pradesh appoints retired IAS officer Dinesh Kumar to investigate administrative lapses in alleged adulterated ghee supply to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.

"recommending suitable action against erring committee members and senior officers of TTD for lapses - Government Order"

Amaravati, February 20

The Andhra Pradesh Government on Friday constituted a One-Man Commission to examine administrative lapses in the alleged supply of adulterated and substandard ghee to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams.

Retired IAS officer Dinesh Kumar has been appointed to head the One-Man Committee.

The panel has been tasked with examining the Self-Contained Note (SCN) submitted by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and recommending suitable action against erring committee members and senior officers of TTD for lapses, omissions, and failures in the relaxation and enforcement of ghee tender conditions.

The case pertains to Crime No. 470/2024 registered at Tirupati East Police Station over allegations of the supply of adulterated and substandard ghee to TTD. The investigation was earlier entrusted to an Independent SIT under the supervision of the Director, Central Bureau of Investigation, following orders of the Supreme Court of India dated October 4, 2024.

The SIT filed a charge sheet before the competent court on January 23, 2026, and recommended initiation of appropriate action on administrative grounds.

According to Government Order (Routine) No. 458 issued by the General Administration (SC.D) Department on February 20, the Committee will assess administrative lapses, examine procedural compliance and due diligence in decision-making, identify the responsibility of officers and committee members, and recommend suitable administrative or disciplinary action.

Its examination will be confined strictly to administrative and governance aspects.

The Committee has been empowered to call for records, seek written clarifications, and obtain expert assistance with prior government approval. It has been directed to submit its report within 45 days.

The TTD administration will provide necessary secretarial assistance. The Government clarified that the report will be recommendatory in nature and that the order will not prejudice any proceedings pending before the courts.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally some accountability! The SIT did its job, now the administrative lapses need to be fixed. Hope Mr. Dinesh Kumar's committee names every officer responsible. TTD's reputation is at stake.
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Vikram M
Why does it take so many committees and years? The case is from 2024, charge sheet in 2026, and now another probe. Justice delayed is justice denied, especially in matters of faith.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Tirupati, this is shocking. The temple administration must have the highest standards. This commission should recommend systemic changes to prevent such corruption in tender processes.
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Aman W
Good move by the AP govt. But let's be honest, this is often just an eyewash. Will any big names actually be punished? Or will it be some junior officers taking the fall? Hope I'm wrong.
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Kavitha C
The devotees' hard-earned money goes as offerings. To think it was used to buy substandard puja items is heartbreaking. The committee must ensure this never happens again. Strict punishment is the only deterrent.

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