Tirupati Laddoo row: Pawan Kalyan counters Prakash Raj over his tweet on Tirupati controversy

The Tirupati Laddoo Row has sparked widespread outrage across India, drawing significant attention to the issue. The controversy intensified after a heated exchange on social media between actor Prakash Raj and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. Pawan responded vehemently to Prakash’s criticisms, asserting, “Don’t make a mockery of our sentiments,” in defense of the sacred prasadam. This public dispute highlights the deep emotional ties many have to religious offerings. In a symbolic gesture, Pawan also performed a purification ritual at Kanaka Durga as part of his 11-day ‘Prayaschitta Diksha,’ aiming to reaffirm his commitment to the spiritual and cultural integrity of the prasadam. The exchanges between the two have captivated social media users and dominated news cycles, illustrating the potent intersection of faith, politics, and public sentiment in contemporary India.