Ram temple probe wraps: SIT arrests 8, including Tinnu Yadav and Subhash Srivastava
Alleged embezzlement of temple donations raises concerns about misuse of religious funds.
On August 8, 2026, Gaurav Grover, Senior Superintendent of Police in Ayodhya, announced that the investigation into alleged embezzlement at the Ram temple has been completed by a special investigating team (SIT) led by Kiran S. The SIT, formed on July 25, is to submit its first report within two weeks and file chargesheets by August's end. Police have arrested eight accused including Tinnu Yadav and Subhash Srivastava. The Supreme Court directed the inclusion of a forensic auditor in the SIT. Kalika Mishra, president of Faizabad Bar Association, plans to move court if Champat Rai, Anil Mishra, and Gopal Rao are not included in the FIR.
20 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
The Supreme Court proposed a Special Investigation Team to oversee an investigation into alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations.
8 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
A special investigative team completed its probe into alleged embezzlement at the Ram temple, with chargesheets expected by the end of August.
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Supreme Court deferred action on the Ram Temple donations misappropriation case, directing the SIT to complete its investigation.
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