Tirupati temple body issues legal notice to vendors for misuse of GI tag for laddu
The legal communication emphasised that the Tirupati Laddu is prepared solely within the Tirumala temple premises under TTD's strict supervision, following a traditional and sanctified method. Unauthorised use not only breaches legal protections but also diminishes the spiritual value of this revered prasadam, notice.In response, PushMyCart acknowledged the notice and suspended the infringing listings while conducting a legal review. Several other vendors have also voluntarily removed their listings after receiving TTD's warnings.Executive Officer of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, J Shymala Rao, said, The Tirupati Laddu is not just a product, but a sacred prasadam with deep spiritual and cultural value. We are committed to taking all necessary legal steps to prevent its misuse and to protect the trust of crores of devotees worldwide.'advertisementThis action marks one of the first times in India that a temple prasadam protected under GI law has been defended through formal legal channels, including on international platforms.GI tag is a mark of regional specialty that signifies that a product originates from a specific geographic location and possesses qualities, characteristics, or reputation due to its origin.
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