Tirumala's pilgrims now have safer meals. New food and water analysis lab by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) is up and running. Big health boost for millions visiting . TTD Additional Executive Officer Ch . Venkaiah Chowdary confirmed readiness after reviewing first report Thursday . Temple administration committed to health,safety of devotees .
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated lab March 21. Just over two months later,it's fully operational. All quality standards,SOPs in place. First analytical report completed successfully.
Lab equipped with over 50 advanced instruments,meets strict standards. Staffed by 30 scientists,technical experts,technicians. Plans for 20 more hires await government approval.
Chowdary said lab tests about 40 food samples daily . Sources include central kitchens,Annaprasadam centres,food counters. Includes ‘Laddu prasadam’ and raw materials for marketing. Also,20 water samples from drinking lines,other sources checked daily to ensure safety.
In-house microbiology lab speeds water quality testing. No more waiting for external labs. Quick on-site analysis now possible. Rapid actions if needed…
