Partnership to introduce scientific protocols across prasadam production, storage and testing
Aims at enhancing safety, nutrition and quality of Srivari Prasadams
TIRUPATI, JUNE 15, 2026: With a noble aim to ensure that all food and sacred prasadams of Srivaru, prepared and distributed by TTD, adhere to the highest standards of safety, nutrition and quality, while preserving their traditional character, TTD has signed an MoU with the CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI), Mysore, to integrate scientific methods into TTD’s food systems.
The MoU was the first of its kind in the temple sector in the entire country to be entered into in the presence of the Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Pralhad Joshi, during the two-day RISE Conclave 2026 (Research, Innovation, Start-ups and Entrepreneurship) held at Bengaluru.
Giving a clarion call to the innovators, entrepreneurs and researchers, the Minister emphasised the importance of strengthening research and development, expanding manufacturing capabilities and fostering a culture of innovation using indigenous technologies.
Key features of the partnership:
Strengthened safety and quality controls: Joint teams will develop and implement rigorous quality-control standards, standard operating procedures and monitoring mechanisms covering procurement, preparation and distribution.
Modernisation of systems: CSIR-CFTRI will advise on upgrading storage, testing and procurement processes, recommending scientifically validated technologies and best-practice workflows to minimise contamination risk and improve consistency.
Preservation of Prasadam: Research-led packaging and shelf-life interventions will be developed to extend stability without compromising authentic taste, texture or cultural value.
Capacity building: CSIR-CFTRI will provide structured training for TTD’s in-house food analysts and handlers in advanced analytical techniques, sampling protocols, contaminant detection and specialised assessments such as ghee purity and aroma profiling.
Expert engagement: Senior scientists from CSIR-CFTRI will conduct regular visits to TTD facilities to support implementation, validation studies and improvements to storage and procurement planning.
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