Anchor Shiva Jyothi Faces Backlash Over Tirumala Prasadam Remarks; Devotees Demand Action

Popular anchor Shiva Jyothi has landed in controversy following her comments regarding the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) prasadam. During a recent interaction, she jokingly remarked that devotees “ask for costly prasadam” and referred to Tirupati as a place with “the richest beggars.”

These comments have sparked severe outrage among devotees and Hindu organisations. Many expressed anger over her casual tone while referring to the sacred prasadam, which is offered free of cost to pilgrims as a divine blessing. Devotees argue that making such remarks is highly disrespectful to the sentiments of crores of Hindus who worship Lord Venkateswara with utmost devotion.

Several groups are now demanding strict action against Shiva Jyothi, accusing her of hurting religious sentiments with insensitive statements.

The controversy is continuing to escalate online, with videos of her comments going viral and prompting widespread criticism from devotees.