A probe into claims of stolen donations at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir has revealed major administrative failures, resulting in several arrests. The Special Investigation Team is examining how cash was taken from donation boxes by taking advantage of security gaps. This has led to the departure of senior temple trust members citing ethical reasons and caused a significant political dispute between the government and opposition parties. The inquiry has expanded to review large trust spending on events like consecration rituals and an alleged scheme involving VIP visits. Initial reports point to serious lapses in security within the cash counting areas. The issue has also ignited a nationwide discussion on overseeing religious sites, following similar reports of thefts at places like Badrinath Dham and Sabarimala temple, highlighting needs for better accountability.
