The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has decided to take the assistance of FSSAI in the procurement to enhance the quality of raw materials which are used in making the prasadams and anna prasadams.

TTD EO J Symala Rao directed the JEO Tirupati to make necessary arrangements so that the FSSAI establishes a dedicated Lab in Tirumala.

The FSSAI lab will check the ingredients and raw materials that are being used in the preparation of Prasadams, Annaprasadams and also the purity of Jala Prasadam in a scientific manner.

The FSSAI helps not only in checking the quality of the raw materials but also in procuring the best materials at a reduced price.

The rules and norms prescribed by FSSAI shall be followed while inviting tenders for procurement of raw materials. An SoP shall be prepared for the procurement process also.

AP Food Safety Director Purnachandra Rao has also submitted certain recommendations on food and water safety measures.