Explained | What is the Ram Temple embezzlement case
Allegations of embezzlement of temple donations raise concerns about misuse of public trust.
Akhilesh Yadav, the Samajwadi Party president, sparked controversy in June 2026 by alleging that crores of rupees from donations to the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya were missing. Following public outcry and a demand for investigation, the Uttar Pradesh government formed a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) on June 13th to address the allegations. The case has been under scrutiny since June 7th, 2026.
17 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh accuses Prime Minister Modi of betraying faith by failing to address the alleged theft from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
19 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge demanded an independent investigation into the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's financial affairs following allegations of theft.
— Indian Express
Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate an independent investigation into the Ram temple trust's finances.
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