Champat Rai, who resigned as general secretary of the trust managing the Ayodhya Ram Temple amid allegations of donation irregularities, has said the temple construction committee led by Nripendra Misra took key decisions related to the project and appointed people to assist with its work.&nbsp;In a nine-page open letter, the former trust general secretary detailed developments following the Supreme Court's 2019 verdict on the Ram Temple construction. He claimed that Misra brought people of his choice into the construction committee and personally handled major decisions.<h2>Misra-led panel had final say, letter claims</h2>"Nripendra Mishra brought in persons of his choice in the Construction Committee for his help, one of whom came to Ayodhya one or two times in the past six years…. Nripendra Mishra always took all the decisions by himself," the letter said.&nbsp;The former general secretary also said the committee had complete authority over the construction process and that no work could proceed without its approval.&nbsp;"If any decision was taken outside, it was not accepted. If something was done, it was removed," he said in the letter.&nbsp;He further claimed that Misra decided which company would undertake the construction work and selected the temple's designer. He also alleged that suggestions from other members were often ignored. "Many a time the suggestions of others were not given any importance," he claimed.&nbsp;Rai resigned from his post following a backlash over allegations of fund theft. However, a Special Investigation Team formed by the state government gave him a clean chit in its probe into the allegations.&nbsp;The letter came days after an SIT report into alleged irregularities in Ram Temple collections flagged "gross lapses" in the functioning of the trust. The report, however, exonerated Rai and a former trustee.A separate SIT formed on the Supreme Court's direction was still investigating the matter, according to the information provided.<h2>Misra rejects reports of internal rift</h2>Nripendra Misra, however, rejected reports of an internal dispute linked to the purported letter. Speaking to reporters on Friday after a three-day review meeting, he described the claims as baseless and also discussed the final phase of temple construction.&nbsp;"I have not seen any such letter. Until I see the letter, I will only tell you that this is a concocted story of yours (media). There is no such letter, nor is there any such criticism, even if it were 9 pages long; he has not made any such criticism. This is merely a made-up story by you (media) people."

Champat Rai has claimed that the Nripendra Misra-led construction committee took all key decisions on the Ram Temple project, while Misra dismissed reports of an internal rift as baseless.

Champat Rai, who resigned as general secretary of the trust managing the Ayodhya Ram Temple amid allegations of donation irregularities, has said the temple construction committee led by Nripendra Misra took key decisions related to the project and appointed people to assist with its work. In a nine-page open letter, the former trust general secretary detailed developments following the Supreme Court's 2019 verdict on the Ram Temple construction. He claimed that Misra brought people of his choice into the construction committee and personally handled major decisions. Misra-led panel had final say, letter claims "Nripendra Mishra brought in persons of his choice in the Construction Committee for his help, one of whom came to Ayodhya one or two times in the past six years…. Nripendra Mishra always took all the decisions by himself," the letter said. The former general secretary also said the committee had complete authority over the construction process and that no work could proceed without its approval. "If any decision was taken outside, it was not accepted. If something was done, it was removed," he said in the letter. He further claimed that Misra decided which company would undertake the construction work and selected the temple's designer. He also alleged that suggestions from other members were often ignored. "Many a time the suggestions of others were not given any importance," he claimed. Rai resigned from his post following a backlash over allegations of fund theft. However, a Special Investigation Team formed by the state government gave him a clean chit in its probe into the allegations. The letter came days after an SIT report into alleged irregularities in Ram Temple collections flagged "gross lapses" in the functioning of the trust. The report, however, exonerated Rai and a former trustee. A separate SIT formed on the Supreme Court's direction was still investigating the matter, according to the information provided. Misra rejects reports of internal rift Nripendra Misra, however, rejected reports of an internal dispute linked to the purported letter. Speaking to reporters on Friday after a three-day review meeting, he described the claims as baseless and also discussed the final phase of temple construction. "I have not seen any such letter. Until I see the letter, I will only tell you that this is a concocted story of yours (media). There is no such letter, nor is there any such criticism, even if it were 9 pages long; he has not made any such criticism. This is merely a made-up story by you (media) people."

Champat Rai has claimed that the Nripendra Misra-led construction committee took all key decisions on the Ram Temple project, while Misra dismissed reports of an internal rift as baseless.

Nripendra Misra-led panel took all key decisions: Champat Rai amid Ram Temple donation row

In a move aimed at improving transparency after the alleged theft of devotees' donations, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will begin publishing the Ram Mandir's monthly income on its official website. This comes after allegations of donation theft sparked a high-profile investigation.According to sources, the Trust has decided that details of all major sources of revenue will be made public every month. The information will include collections from donation boxes, contributions received at donation counters, funds deposited under foreign currency regulations and interest earned on bank deposits.The decision follows the recent donation theft case, which raised questions about the handling of offerings at the Ayodhya temple. By placing the figures in the public domain, the Trust hopes to reassure devotees and make its financial management more transparent.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-ram-mandir-donation-theft-supreme-court-issues-notice-to-up-govt-on-pleas-seeking-cbi-probe-1783942963440">Ram temple donation 'theft': SC issues notice to UP govt on CBI probe pleas</a><h2>What information will be available?</h2>The website will carry a monthly statement of the temple's income, allowing devotees to track how much money is received through different channels.Apart from cash collected from donation boxes and counters, the Trust will also disclose funds transferred to designated accounts under foreign contribution rules, along with interest earned from banks.<h2>Trust set for leadership changes</h2>The transparency initiative comes as the Trust prepares for a reshuffle in its leadership. According to reports, Dr Krishna Mohan is expected to formally take over as General Secretary during the Trust's meeting on July 22 after being appointed Interim General Secretary earlier this month.The meeting is also likely to clear appointments to three other vacant posts. Discussions are continuing over the possible induction of Yatindra Mohan Mishra, a member of the Ayodhya royal family, into the Trust.<h2>Donation theft case under investigation</h2>The decision comes against the backdrop of an ongoing investigation into the alleged theft of temple donations.The Uttar Pradesh Government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) after allegations surfaced that cash and valuables offered by devotees were being siphoned off before they were officially recorded. Police have so far arrested eight people in connection with the case, while an Ayodhya court has extended their judicial custody until July 27.Investigators have said the accused allegedly admitted to stealing between Rs 2 crore and Rs 3 crore over a period of time. Nearly Rs 80 lakh in cash has also been recovered during searches linked to the probe.The matter has now reached the Supreme Court, where petitioners have sought a CBI investigation, a forensic audit and a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) review of the Trust's accounts. The apex court has issued notices to the Centre, the Uttar Pradesh Government and the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, seeking a status report on the investigation.

After an alleged ₹2-3 crore donation theft triggered arrests and a Supreme Court case, the Ram Mandir Trust has announced a major transparency measure. Devotees will soon be able to track the temple's monthly income online. Scroll down to know what's changing.

In a move aimed at improving transparency after the alleged theft of devotees' donations, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will begin publishing the Ram Mandir's monthly income on its official website. This comes after allegations of donation theft sparked a high-profile investigation. According to sources, the Trust has decided that details of all major sources of revenue will be made public every month. The information will include collections from donation boxes, contributions received at donation counters, funds deposited under foreign currency regulations and interest earned on bank deposits. The decision follows the recent donation theft case, which raised questions about the handling of offerings at the Ayodhya temple. By placing the figures in the public domain, the Trust hopes to reassure devotees and make its financial management more transparent. Also read | Ram temple donation 'theft': SC issues notice to UP govt on CBI probe pleas What information will be available? The website will carry a monthly statement of the temple's income, allowing devotees to track how much money is received through different channels. Apart from cash collected from donation boxes and counters, the Trust will also disclose funds transferred to designated accounts under foreign contribution rules, along with interest earned from banks. Trust set for leadership changes The transparency initiative comes as the Trust prepares for a reshuffle in its leadership. According to reports, Dr Krishna Mohan is expected to formally take over as General Secretary during the Trust's meeting on July 22 after being appointed Interim General Secretary earlier this month. The meeting is also likely to clear appointments to three other vacant posts. Discussions are continuing over the possible induction of Yatindra Mohan Mishra, a member of the Ayodhya royal family, into the Trust. Donation theft case under investigation The decision comes against the backdrop of an ongoing investigation into the alleged theft of temple donations. The Uttar Pradesh Government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) after allegations surfaced that cash and valuables offered by devotees were being siphoned off before they were officially recorded. Police have so far arrested eight people in connection with the case, while an Ayodhya court has extended their judicial custody until July 27. Investigators have said the accused allegedly admitted to stealing between Rs 2 crore and Rs 3 crore over a period of time. Nearly Rs 80 lakh in cash has also been recovered during searches linked to the probe. The matter has now reached the Supreme Court, where petitioners have sought a CBI investigation, a forensic audit and a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) review of the Trust's accounts. The apex court has issued notices to the Centre, the Uttar Pradesh Government and the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, seeking a status report on the investigation.

After an alleged ₹2-3 crore donation theft triggered arrests and a Supreme Court case, the Ram Mandir Trust has announced a major transparency measure. Devotees will soon be able to track the temple's monthly income online. Scroll down to know what's changing.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust to publish monthly donations online after ₹2-3 crore theft scandal

The Supreme Court of India on Monday refused to grant an urgent hearing to a batch of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the embezzlement of public donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and said the matter will be listed after July 13, when the court’s summer vacation ends. The court observed that “heavens are not going to fall” if the matter is heard after the court resumes regular functioning.&nbsp;A vacation bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Sheel Nagu dismissed the request for an expedited out-of-turn hearing and held that the petitions would be listed in due course once the Supreme Court resumes full regular functioning.&nbsp;When one of the petitioners seeking urgent hearing told the bench, “The matter is very serious,” Justice Sundresh asked him what the urgency is.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-five-killed-in-mass-shooting-in-northern-germany-s-stade-town-suspect-detained-say-police-1782735568424">At least five killed in mass shooting in northern Germany’s Stade town; suspect detained, say police</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;The counsel appearing for the petitioner said, “The urgency is the way the state is dealing with the matter casts doubts…”&nbsp;The bench, however, said the matter will be listed in the first week after the court reopens. “Heavens are not going to fall,” it said.&nbsp;The Supreme Court is operating on reduced strength and is scheduled to return to full operational capacity on July 13.&nbsp;<h2>Petitioners seek a court-monitored probe by the CBI and other agencies</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;The petition, filed by two advocates, names the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the state of Uttar Pradesh, and the Union of India as respondents. The petition says there are allegations of dishonest misappropriation, diversion, and embezzlement of public donations intended for the construction of the Ram Temple. The petition sought a court-monitored investigation by the CBI and other agencies into the alleged misappropriation of donation funds. The petitioners argued that the probe being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police did not inspire confidence and alleged that crucial evidence was not being preserved properly.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Uttar Pradesh government constituted a special investigation team (SIT) which is investigating the matter and has already submitted a preliminary report. The petition claims that the SIT lacks the necessary forensic and investigative resources for a complex financial probe and that it began its inquiry without registering an FIR.&nbsp;One of the petitioners told the bench that his apprehension is that electronic evidence, such as CCTV and DVRs, might be tampered with or corrupted.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/zero-tolerance-for-any-attempt-to-exploit-sanatan-faith-of-devotees-says-cm-yogi-after-arrests-in-ram-temple-donation-theft-case-1782473006937">‘Zero tolerance for any attempt to exploit Sanatan, faith of devotees,’ says CM Yogi after arrests in Ram temple donation theft case</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;But the bench told him, “You heard us earlier. We follow the same procedure.”&nbsp;One of the petitions cited media reports and said, “The allegations, as disclosed in these reports and other publicly available materials, prima facie disclose serious instances of dishonest misappropriation, diversion, embezzlement and breach of trust in relation to public donations and funds entrusted for religious and charitable purposes.”&nbsp;The plea comes amid an ongoing police investigation into alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ram Mandir. As part of the probe, the statement of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai has been recorded.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said it was “shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened” by the allegations and reiterated its commitment to a fair investigation. The Trust also confirmed that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, adding that the matter would be discussed at its next meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fir-registered-in-ram-temple-donation-row-case-on-trust-member-s-complaint-1782397111943">FIR registered in Ram Temple donation row case; all 8 named accused in custody</a>&nbsp;Reassuring devotees, the Trust said all valuables personally offered to Lord Ram, including silver bricks and jewellery, were safe and fully accounted for. The Trust also confirmed that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, stating that the matter would be placed before its next meeting for consideration. Reassuring devotees, it added that all offerings made to Lord Ram, including silver bricks and jewellery, were safe and fully accounted for, expressing confidence that the truth would ultimately come out.&nbsp;<h2>All eight donation theft accused sent to 14-day judicial custody</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, an Ayodhya court on Monday remanded all eight accused in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case to 14-day judicial custody. Earlier in the day, the eight accused were produced before the court after the expiry of their three-day police remand.&nbsp;The eight people accused of misappropriating the donations were arrested on Thursday night.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-ram-temple-donation-controversy-timeline-allegations-and-investigation-1782300937489">Ram temple donation controversy: Timeline, allegations and investigation</a>&nbsp;Police teams have conducted simultaneous searches at the residences of all eight accused as part of the ongoing investigation.&nbsp;In another development, the Faizabad Bar Association in Ayodhya has passed a resolution stating that none of its members would appear as legal counsel for the accused. The association also warned that any lawyer defying the resolution would be fined Rs 5 lakh.

The petition sought a court-monitored investigation by the CBI and other agencies into the alleged embezzlement of donations. The petitioners argued that the probe being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police did not inspire confidence and that evidence was not being preserved properly.

The Supreme Court of India on Monday refused to grant an urgent hearing to a batch of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the embezzlement of public donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and said the matter will be listed after July 13, when the court’s summer vacation ends. The court observed that “heavens are not going to fall” if the matter is heard after the court resumes regular functioning. A vacation bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Sheel Nagu dismissed the request for an expedited out-of-turn hearing and held that the petitions would be listed in due course once the Supreme Court resumes full regular functioning. When one of the petitioners seeking urgent hearing told the bench, “The matter is very serious,” Justice Sundresh asked him what the urgency is. Also Read: At least five killed in mass shooting in northern Germany’s Stade town; suspect detained, say police The counsel appearing for the petitioner said, “The urgency is the way the state is dealing with the matter casts doubts…” The bench, however, said the matter will be listed in the first week after the court reopens. “Heavens are not going to fall,” it said. The Supreme Court is operating on reduced strength and is scheduled to return to full operational capacity on July 13. Petitioners seek a court-monitored probe by the CBI and other agencies The petition, filed by two advocates, names the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the state of Uttar Pradesh, and the Union of India as respondents. The petition says there are allegations of dishonest misappropriation, diversion, and embezzlement of public donations intended for the construction of the Ram Temple. The petition sought a court-monitored investigation by the CBI and other agencies into the alleged misappropriation of donation funds. The petitioners argued that the probe being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police did not inspire confidence and alleged that crucial evidence was not being preserved properly. The Uttar Pradesh government constituted a special investigation team (SIT) which is investigating the matter and has already submitted a preliminary report. The petition claims that the SIT lacks the necessary forensic and investigative resources for a complex financial probe and that it began its inquiry without registering an FIR. One of the petitioners told the bench that his apprehension is that electronic evidence, such as CCTV and DVRs, might be tampered with or corrupted. Also Read: ‘Zero tolerance for any attempt to exploit Sanatan, faith of devotees,’ says CM Yogi after arrests in Ram temple donation theft case But the bench told him, “You heard us earlier. We follow the same procedure.” One of the petitions cited media reports and said, “The allegations, as disclosed in these reports and other publicly available materials, prima facie disclose serious instances of dishonest misappropriation, diversion, embezzlement and breach of trust in relation to public donations and funds entrusted for religious and charitable purposes.” The plea comes amid an ongoing police investigation into alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ram Mandir. As part of the probe, the statement of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai has been recorded. Earlier, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said it was “shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened” by the allegations and reiterated its commitment to a fair investigation. The Trust also confirmed that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, adding that the matter would be discussed at its next meeting. Also Read: FIR registered in Ram Temple donation row case; all 8 named accused in custody Reassuring devotees, the Trust said all valuables personally offered to Lord Ram, including silver bricks and jewellery, were safe and fully accounted for. The Trust also confirmed that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, stating that the matter would be placed before its next meeting for consideration. Reassuring devotees, it added that all offerings made to Lord Ram, including silver bricks and jewellery, were safe and fully accounted for, expressing confidence that the truth would ultimately come out. All eight donation theft accused sent to 14-day judicial custody Meanwhile, an Ayodhya court on Monday remanded all eight accused in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case to 14-day judicial custody. Earlier in the day, the eight accused were produced before the court after the expiry of their three-day police remand. The eight people accused of misappropriating the donations were arrested on Thursday night. Also Read: Ram temple donation controversy: Timeline, allegations and investigation Police teams have conducted simultaneous searches at the residences of all eight accused as part of the ongoing investigation. In another development, the Faizabad Bar Association in Ayodhya has passed a resolution stating that none of its members would appear as legal counsel for the accused. The association also warned that any lawyer defying the resolution would be fined Rs 5 lakh.

The petition sought a court-monitored investigation by the CBI and other agencies into the alleged embezzlement of donations. The petitioners argued that the probe being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Police did not inspire confidence and that evidence was not being preserved properly.

Supreme Court refuses urgent hearing of Ram Temple petitions, saying, 'Heavens are not going to fall’

&nbsp;Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Friday that the Uttar Pradesh government has zero tolerance towards anyone attempting to exploit Sanatan values and the faith of devotees and promised strict action against those accused in the alleged theft of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. CM Yogi also attacked the opposition parties for trying to politicise the issue.&nbsp;Addressing a public meeting in Deoria, the chief minister said no one would be allowed to play with the faith of devotees and warned of strict action against those found guilty.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;“Playing with public sentiment is unacceptable. Whoever tampers with the faith of Sanatan Dharma will have to face the consequences,” he said, while asserting that those found guilty would not be spared.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fir-registered-in-ram-temple-donation-row-case-on-trust-member-s-complaint-1782397111943">FIR registered in Ram Temple donation row case; all 8 named accused in custody</a>&nbsp;Yogi further said, “Ayodhya is a symbol of faith for all of us and of Sanatan Dharma. Do not cast an evil eye on Ayodhya. Learn to uphold the dignity of Lord Ram. We had said an SIT had been constituted and that action would begin as soon as its report was received.”“The SIT report came, and action started immediately,” he said.&nbsp;Yogi further said that he had made his position clear during his June 19 visit to Ayodhya, where he warned against bringing disrepute to a place that holds deep religious significance for millions.<h2>All eight named accused in the FIR arrested</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, all the eight persons named in an FIR over the alleged embezzlement of donations at the temple have been arrested, senior officials said on Friday.The arrests came after Uttar Pradesh Police registered an FIR on a complaint filed by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which manages the temple.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-ram-temple-donation-controversy-timeline-allegations-and-investigation-1782300937489">Ram temple donation controversy: Timeline, allegations and investigation</a>&nbsp;The FIR named eight people, including trust general secretary Champat Rai’s aide Ramashankar Yadav alias Tinnu, Anukalp Mishra, Avinash Shukla, Karunesh Pandey, Manish Yadav, Lavkush Mishra, Ramashankar Mishra and Subhash Srivastava.The case was registered after a three-member SIT submitted its preliminary report recommending criminal action.&nbsp;<h2>CM Yogi accuses opposition of trying to politicise the issue</h2>&nbsp;Targeting opposition, CM Yogi said there are people who are trying to raise this issue today, and they are the same people who once denied the existence of Lord Ram.&nbsp;Yogi accused the opposition of trying to politicise the issue and said, “One side used to say that Lord Ram doesn’t even exist, meaning these people wanted to deny Ayodhya itself. They kept fighting the case in court, kept fielding armies of lawyers against the construction of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, and the other side is the one that would wield sticks and fire bullets at those chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’.“Those who would fire bullets at the mere mention of Lord Ram’s name are now saying that there has been tampering with faith,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-prices-drop-to-pre-war-level-as-oman-affirms-no-transit-fees-for-crossing-hormuz-1782395148857">Oil prices drop to pre-war level as Oman affirms no transit fees for crossing Hormuz</a>&nbsp;Taking aim at the Congress, Yogi accused the party of institutionalising corruption and dishonesty and said attempts were being made to distract attention from the investigation.&nbsp;“Remember, the Congress did not merely indulge in corruption but also weakened the country. The same people who set records in dishonesty and corruption are now casting aspersions on Ayodhya — and that is unacceptable,” he said.&nbsp;The FIR also mentions unidentified persons and invokes provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to theft, criminal breach of trust, conspiracy and corruption-related offences.&nbsp;<h2>SIT detects multiple operational lapses</h2>&nbsp;According to sources, the investigation identified multiple operational lapses in the donation management system, including weaknesses in cash handling, employee verification, CCTV monitoring and procedures governing the transfer of offerings from the temple premises to trust offices and banks.As per reports, the probe found that workers involved in counting donation cash were engaged through a private agency but recruited locally, allegedly on recommendations of individuals linked to temple operations.The SIT has also scrutinised records related to gold, silver and other valuables offered by devotees and examined documentation and inventory practices.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amazon-ceo-meets-pm-modi-says-e-com-giant-to-invest-48bn-in-india-by-2030-expand-ai-cloud-infra-1782387595374">Amazon CEO meets PM Modi, says e-com giant to invest $48bn in India by 2030, expand AI, cloud infra</a><h2>Cong demands dissolution of trust, SC-monitored probe</h2>&nbsp;The Congress party on Friday demanded the dissolution of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and a Supreme Court-monitored probe of the alleged theft of donations received at the Ram temple.Hitting out at the BJP-RSS, Congress said the “self-proclaimed protectors of Hinduism” have been completely exposed with the revelations of the theft of donations.Congress general secretary K C Venugopal said that after using Ayodhya for their divisive politics, the BJP-RSS “looted” from donations of ordinary devotees and made a complete mockery of their sentiments.

The SIT investigation identified multiple operational lapses in the donation management system, including weaknesses in cash handling, employee verification, CCTV monitoring and procedures governing the transfer of offerings from the temple premises to trust offices and banks.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Friday that the Uttar Pradesh government has zero tolerance towards anyone attempting to exploit Sanatan values and the faith of devotees and promised strict action against those accused in the alleged theft of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. CM Yogi also attacked the opposition parties for trying to politicise the issue. Addressing a public meeting in Deoria, the chief minister said no one would be allowed to play with the faith of devotees and warned of strict action against those found guilty.

The SIT investigation identified multiple operational lapses in the donation management system, including weaknesses in cash handling, employee verification, CCTV monitoring and procedures governing the transfer of offerings from the temple premises to trust offices and banks.

‘Zero tolerance for any attempt to exploit Sanatan, faith of devotees,’ says CM Yogi after arrests in Ram temple donation theft case

The case of alleged theft of donations made to the Ram Temple at Ayodhya came to light in the second week of June and in no time became one of the most discussed controversies. The case came to fore after allegations were levelled that cash, jewellery, and other offerings made by devotees were misappropriated.&nbsp;The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday. The SIT comprises Lucknow Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant (IAS), IG Lucknow Range Kiran Shivkumar and Special Secretary (Finance) Neelratan Kumar.&nbsp;SIT member Vijay Vishwas Pant submitted the preliminary report to Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad while the probe is still on.&nbsp;The Uttar Pradesh government had constituted the SIT on June 13 following a request from the temple trust after allegations were levelled about misappropriation of donations received at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.&nbsp;The SIT is likely to submit its final report within the next 10 to 15 days.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-maritime-body-to-evacuate-11-000-seafarers-stranded-in-persian-gulf-since-us-iran-war-1782245543370">UN maritime body to evacuate 11,000 seafarers stranded in Persian Gulf since US-Iran war</a><h2>How and when did the controversy start?&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The issue came to light on 7 June when former Samajwadi Party MLA from Ayodhya, Pawan Pandey, alleged that between ₹7 crore and ₹7.5 crore in Ram Temple donations had been stolen or embezzled.&nbsp;Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav raised the issue on social media and questioned the government’s silence, saying the matter should be examined by the courts.&nbsp;As the controversy escalated, BJP leader Dr Rajneesh Singh wrote to the Prime Minister on 9 June seeking a CBI investigation. The very next day, the Prime Minister’s Office sought a report from the Ram Temple Trust.&nbsp;On the recommendation of the Ram Temple Trust, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath constituted a three-member SIT on 13 June to determine whether any irregularities had occurred in the handling of temple donations.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-s-pezeshkian-proposes-a-united-security-front-of-muslim-nations-against-their-enemies-1782241401664">Iran’s Pezeshkian proposes a united security front of Muslim nations against their enemies</a><h2>How is the SIT probe going? When will it submit final report?</h2>&nbsp;The SIT is examining financial records, donation management processes and the role of individuals linked to the temple administration.&nbsp;The SIT has also reportedly questioned senior trust officials, including Champat Rai and Gopal Rao, and examined donation records and cash-counting documents.&nbsp;Investigators inspected the storage area for donated gold, silver and other valuables and reviewed the records and the work of staff involved in handling donations.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-s-op-sindoor-lies-busted-iaf-document-proves-india-s-rafale-fleet-fully-intact-1782226973572">Pakistan’s Op Sindoor lies busted, IAF document proves India’s Rafale fleet fully intact</a>&nbsp;The SIT also checked CCTV footage from donation-counting and treasury areas to look for any irregularities or security lapses.The final report of SIT is expected within 10–15 days.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a PIL was filed in the Supreme Court seeking a CBI probe and preservation of financial records, digital data and CCTV footage.&nbsp;<h2>How much money and how many valuables are alleged to have been misappropriated?</h2>&nbsp;Initially, the Samajwadi Party alleged that Rs 7-7.5 crore had been stolen , but Opposition leaders, including Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders, later alleged the misappropriation of around Rs 200 crore in donations. Their claims remain unproven and are under investigation.A review of financial disclosures showed that the trust received ₹82.78 crore in donations between April 2025 and February 2026, earned ₹138.03 crore as interest, and reported total income of ₹220.81 crore during that period.&nbsp;Experts say there should be proper examination of donation records and accounting system, besides a review of cash handling and collection mechanisms.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-india-bound-ships-carrying-crude-lpg-fertilisers-crossed-hormuz-since-us-iran-mou-signing-10-still-in-gulf-mea-1782217692758">11 India-bound ships carrying crude, LPG, fertilisers crossed Hormuz since US-Iran MoU signing; 10 still in Gulf: MEA</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Raju V Manwani, CMD, Castles Group of Companies, told media on Wednesday that he donated 200 silver bricks to the Ram Temple on behalf of the Sindhi community in 2021 and did not receive a receipt at the time of the donation. He has now sought a receipt and information on where the silver was utilised. There has been no response from the temple trust on this so far.&nbsp;<h2>What did the temple trust, UP govt, BJP, and opposition say about the controversy?</h2>&nbsp;The alleged irregularities in Ram Temple donations sparked a sharp political slugfest.Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that “whoever is guilty will not be spared” and assured the devotees that the SIT would conduct a fair and impartial probe.&nbsp;The BJP has urged people not to draw conclusions before the investigation is complete. BJP leaders have accused the Opposition of politicising the issue and attempting to tarnish the image of the Ram Temple and the Ram Mandir movement.&nbsp;SP chief Akhilesh Yadav welcomed the SIT probe while demanding accountability. Some opposition leaders have called for independent scrutiny and disclosure of donation records, arguing that public trust requires complete transparency.&nbsp;The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has defended the temple trust and its office bearers, stating that allegations should be investigated through due process.Some VHP leaders suggested that scrutiny should extend to other organisations and trusts that collected funds in the name of the Ram Mandir over the years.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has denied any wrongdoing and maintained that internal audits did not find evidence supporting allegations of large-scale misappropriation.&nbsp;Trust General Secretary Champat Rai said that the trust itself sought an impartial investigation to establish facts and counter misinformation. He further said that the trust is fully cooperating with the SIT by providing records, financial documents and access to officials for questioning.&nbsp;<h2>What could be the political impact of the case?&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The allegations and the controversy have come at a time when UP state assembly elections are slated for early 2027 and may put some pressure on the ruling BJP even though neither the party nor the government is in any way associated with the temple’s management or day-to-day functioning.&nbsp;The opposition is already demanding an independent CBI-led SIT or a judicial investigation to highlight “governance lapses”.&nbsp;

The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations received by the Ram Temple in Ayodhya submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday and is likely to submit its final report within the next 10 to 15 days.

The case of alleged theft of donations made to the Ram Temple at Ayodhya came to light in the second week of June and in no time became one of the most discussed controversies. The case came to fore after allegations were levelled that cash, jewellery, and other offerings made by devotees were misappropriated. The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday. The SIT comprises Lucknow Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant (IAS), IG Lucknow Range Kiran Shivkumar and Special Secretary (Finance) Neelratan Kumar. SIT member Vijay Vishwas Pant submitted the preliminary report to Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad while the probe is still on. The Uttar Pradesh government had constituted the SIT on June 13 following a request from the temple trust after allegations were levelled about misappropriation of donations received at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The SIT is likely to submit its final report within the next 10 to 15 days. Also Read: UN maritime body to evacuate 11,000 seafarers stranded in Persian Gulf since US-Iran war How and when did the controversy start? The issue came to light on 7 June when former Samajwadi Party MLA from Ayodhya, Pawan Pandey, alleged that between ₹7 crore and ₹7.5 crore in Ram Temple donations had been stolen or embezzled. Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav raised the issue on social media and questioned the government’s silence, saying the matter should be examined by the courts. As the controversy escalated, BJP leader Dr Rajneesh Singh wrote to the Prime Minister on 9 June seeking a CBI investigation. The very next day, the Prime Minister’s Office sought a report from the Ram Temple Trust. On the recommendation of the Ram Temple Trust, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath constituted a three-member SIT on 13 June to determine whether any irregularities had occurred in the handling of temple donations. Also Read: Iran’s Pezeshkian proposes a united security front of Muslim nations against their enemies How is the SIT probe going? When will it submit final report? The SIT is examining financial records, donation management processes and the role of individuals linked to the temple administration. The SIT has also reportedly questioned senior trust officials, including Champat Rai and Gopal Rao, and examined donation records and cash-counting documents. Investigators inspected the storage area for donated gold, silver and other valuables and reviewed the records and the work of staff involved in handling donations. Also Read: Pakistan’s Op Sindoor lies busted, IAF document proves India’s Rafale fleet fully intact The SIT also checked CCTV footage from donation-counting and treasury areas to look for any irregularities or security lapses. The final report of SIT is expected within 10–15 days. Meanwhile, a PIL was filed in the Supreme Court seeking a CBI probe and preservation of financial records, digital data and CCTV footage. How much money and how many valuables are alleged to have been misappropriated? Initially, the Samajwadi Party alleged that Rs 7-7.5 crore had been stolen , but Opposition leaders, including Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders, later alleged the misappropriation of around Rs 200 crore in donations. Their claims remain unproven and are under investigation. A review of financial disclosures showed that the trust received ₹82.78 crore in donations between April 2025 and February 2026, earned ₹138.03 crore as interest, and reported total income of ₹220.81 crore during that period. Experts say there should be proper examination of donation records and accounting system, besides a review of cash handling and collection mechanisms. Also Read: 11 India-bound ships carrying crude, LPG, fertilisers crossed Hormuz since US-Iran MoU signing; 10 still in Gulf: MEA Meanwhile, Raju V Manwani, CMD, Castles Group of Companies, told media on Wednesday that he donated 200 silver bricks to the Ram Temple on behalf of the Sindhi community in 2021 and did not receive a receipt at the time of the donation. He has now sought a receipt and information on where the silver was utilised. There has been no response from the temple trust on this so far. What did the temple trust, UP govt, BJP, and opposition say about the controversy? The alleged irregularities in Ram Temple donations sparked a sharp political slugfest. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that “whoever is guilty will not be spared” and assured the devotees that the SIT would conduct a fair and impartial probe. The BJP has urged people not to draw conclusions before the investigation is complete. BJP leaders have accused the Opposition of politicising the issue and attempting to tarnish the image of the Ram Temple and the Ram Mandir movement. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav welcomed the SIT probe while demanding accountability. Some opposition leaders have called for independent scrutiny and disclosure of donation records, arguing that public trust requires complete transparency. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has defended the temple trust and its office bearers, stating that allegations should be investigated through due process. Some VHP leaders suggested that scrutiny should extend to other organisations and trusts that collected funds in the name of the Ram Mandir over the years. Meanwhile, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has denied any wrongdoing and maintained that internal audits did not find evidence supporting allegations of large-scale misappropriation. Trust General Secretary Champat Rai said that the trust itself sought an impartial investigation to establish facts and counter misinformation. He further said that the trust is fully cooperating with the SIT by providing records, financial documents and access to officials for questioning. What could be the political impact of the case? The allegations and the controversy have come at a time when UP state assembly elections are slated for early 2027 and may put some pressure on the ruling BJP even though neither the party nor the government is in any way associated with the temple’s management or day-to-day functioning. The opposition is already demanding an independent CBI-led SIT or a judicial investigation to highlight “governance lapses”.

The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations received by the Ram Temple in Ayodhya submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday and is likely to submit its final report within the next 10 to 15 days.

The Ram temple donation controversy: Timeline, allegations and investigation

Aam Aadmi Party National Convener and the Former Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday launched a sharp criticism of the Centre and its probe agencies, CBI, and ED, regarding their complete inaction in the suspected ₹200 crore Ram temple donation theft case. He warned that the Government could fall if action was taken against the supposed high-profile names involved in the case. He further accused the centre of not even registering an FIR in relation to the multi-crore embezzlement case.&nbsp;"The Ram Temple holds the faith of crores of Hindus. From that very Ram Temple, donations worth crores of rupees have been stolen, yet not a single FIR has been filed," wrote Kejriwal in a post on the social media platform X. “Whom is the government protecting? No matter how big the people involved in this sin may be, throw them straight into jail. Protecting the faith of crores of people is essential.”In the accompanying video message, he attacked the BJP, which is in the government and centre, over its incompetence in dealing with the alleged theft or missing funds. Reports indicate that approximately ₹200 crore in cash and multiple boxes filled with gold, silver, and diamond jewellery have allegedly gone missing from the temple offerings.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-tiger-defections-shiv-sena-tmc-aap-parliament-arithmetic-1782046795445">From Shiv Sena to TMC: How close is NDA to the magic number</a>"They say very big names are involved. If action is taken, the government may also fall. In your opinion, who is more important to save? The government or the faith of hundreds of millions of people?" said Kejriwal.The issue first broke when the Samajwadi Party leader, Pawan Pandey, publicly alleged that a massive sum between ₹5 crore and ₹7.5 crore in cash had been stolen directly from the temple's internal collection pools. &nbsp;Public anger grew rapidly, as BJP leader Dr Rajneesh Singh formally wrote to the Prime Minister on June 9, demanding a central intervention or a CBI investigation to clear the air. Following several raids, the state found ₹2 crore in unaccounted cash and ornaments at the residence of a temple trust employee.&nbsp;The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the embezzlement allegations on June 13. The team contains Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant, IG Kiran S, and Finance Department Special Secretary Neel Ratan. The SIT has directed Ram Temple trust officials and functionaries not to leave Ayodhya while the investigation enters a crucial phase. The SIT has a limited mandate; it can carry out enquiries and investigations, but can not issue warrants.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">राम मंदिर में करोड़ों हिंदुओं की आस्था है। उसी राम मंदिर से करोड़ों रुपये के चंदे की चोरी हो गई, लेकिन एक भी FIR दर्ज नहीं हुई। सरकार किसे बचा रही है? इस पाप में शामिल लोग कितने भी बड़े क्यों न हों, उन्हें सीधे जेल में डालो। करोड़ों लोगों की आस्था की रक्षा ज़रूरी है। <a href="https://t.co/JNgrhGpPs6">pic.twitter.com/JNgrhGpPs6</a>&mdash; Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) <a href="https://x.com/ArvindKejriwal/status/2068567087040307348?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Arvind Kejriwal accused the Centre, CBI and ED of inaction in the alleged ₹200 crore Ram Temple donation theft case, questioning why no FIR has been filed and demanding action against those responsible.

Aam Aadmi Party National Convener and the Former Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, on Sunday launched a sharp criticism of the Centre and its probe agencies, CBI, and ED, regarding their complete inaction in the suspected ₹200 crore Ram temple donation theft case. He warned that the Government could fall if action was taken against the supposed high-profile names involved in the case. He further accused the centre of not even registering an FIR in relation to the multi-crore embezzlement case. "The Ram Temple holds the faith of crores of Hindus. From that very Ram Temple, donations worth crores of rupees have been stolen, yet not a single FIR has been filed," wrote Kejriwal in a post on the social media platform X. “Whom is the government protecting? No matter how big the people involved in this sin may be, throw them straight into jail. Protecting the faith of crores of people is essential.” In the accompanying video message, he attacked the BJP, which is in the government and centre, over its incompetence in dealing with the alleged theft or missing funds. Reports indicate that approximately ₹200 crore in cash and multiple boxes filled with gold, silver, and diamond jewellery have allegedly gone missing from the temple offerings. Also Read: From Shiv Sena to TMC: How close is NDA to the magic number "They say very big names are involved. If action is taken, the government may also fall. In your opinion, who is more important to save? The government or the faith of hundreds of millions of people?" said Kejriwal. The issue first broke when the Samajwadi Party leader, Pawan Pandey, publicly alleged that a massive sum between ₹5 crore and ₹7.5 crore in cash had been stolen directly from the temple's internal collection pools. Public anger grew rapidly, as BJP leader Dr Rajneesh Singh formally wrote to the Prime Minister on June 9, demanding a central intervention or a CBI investigation to clear the air. Following several raids, the state found ₹2 crore in unaccounted cash and ornaments at the residence of a temple trust employee. The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the embezzlement allegations on June 13. The team contains Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant, IG Kiran S, and Finance Department Special Secretary Neel Ratan. The SIT has directed Ram Temple trust officials and functionaries not to leave Ayodhya while the investigation enters a crucial phase. The SIT has a limited mandate; it can carry out enquiries and investigations, but can not issue warrants.

Arvind Kejriwal accused the Centre, CBI and ED of inaction in the alleged ₹200 crore Ram Temple donation “theft” case, questioning why no FIR has been filed and demanding action against those responsible.

'Not a single FIR': Arvind Kejriwal questions lack of action in Ram temple donation 'theft' case

A fresh controversy has erupted over alleged irregularities involving donations received by the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, prompting the Uttar Pradesh government to set up a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the claims. The BJP-led state government announced the formation of the SIT on Saturday (June 13) following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The panel has been tasked with investigating allegations linked to temple donations and the financial functioning of the trust.The issue first gained prominence earlier this month when Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav alleged that reports suggested several crores of rupees donated to the Ram Temple had gone missing. He called upon the judiciary to take suo motu cognisance of the matter and raised concerns over what he described as serious irregularities involving devotees' contributions.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mystery-woman-caught-on-cctv-moments-before-deadly-fire-in-delhi-s-tughlakabad-1781414096927">‘Mystery’ woman caught on CCTV moments before deadly fire in Delhi’s Tughlakabad</a>In a post on social media, Yadav termed the situation surrounding the temple trust "shameful" and demanded accountability. Responding to the allegations, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai said the trust regularly conducts internal audits and that the current auditing exercise was still in progress. According to Rai, no significant discrepancies had been detected so far.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">समस्त विश्व में भगवान राम के उपासकों के लिए ये एक बेहद संवेदनशील समाचार है कि ‘राम मंदिर’ के चढ़ावे की करोड़ों की रकम गायब पायी गई है। ये मंदिर ट्रस्ट के लिए अत्यंत शर्मनाक स्थिति है। कोई भी सफ़ाई देने के लिए सामने नहीं आना चाहता है। न्यायालय से स्वतः संज्ञान लेने की माँग है…&mdash; Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) <a href="https://x.com/yadavakhilesh/status/2063567792733831463?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

However, a member of the trust told Hindustan Times that an impartial investigation was necessary. "Only an impartial probe by the SIT could bring to justice those involved in the scam. A probe by the Trust will face several questions," the member said. The controversy intensified further after former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh claimed he was aware of the alleged misuse of donations but declined to disclose details publicly.&nbsp;The state government subsequently constituted the SIT, comprising Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant, Inspector General of Police (Lucknow Range) Kiran S, and Finance Department Special Secretary Neel Ratan. The team has been directed to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit its findings to the government.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-pm-modi-begins-key-france-visit-to-boost-special-global-strategic-partnership-1781379632252">PM Modi begins key France visit to deepen Special Global Strategic Partnership</a>In a statement, the trust maintained that the allegations were part of a conspiracy aimed at damaging the image of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra and hurting the sentiments of millions of devotees. It said a thorough investigation was necessary to establish the truth. The government’s move came amid growing scrutiny after ₹10 lakh was reportedly recovered on Friday from the residence of an employee involved in counting cash donations at the temple.Meanwhile, Akhilesh Yadav sharpened his criticism of the Yogi Adityanath government, suggesting that those behind the alleged conspiracy were "not far away". In a post on X on Saturday, the former chief minister said, "The root of this conspiracy is not far away, there will be no need to go far to take action if the truth is to be uncovered." He also remarked that if the police were unable to identify those responsible, his party could assist in doing so.

Uttar Pradesh formed a Special Investigation Team to probe alleged donation irregularities at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple after opposition claims of missing funds and a cash recovery from an employee.

A fresh controversy has erupted over alleged irregularities involving donations received by the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, prompting the Uttar Pradesh government to set up a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the claims. The BJP-led state government announced the formation of the SIT on Saturday (June 13) following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The panel has been tasked with investigating allegations linked to temple donations and the financial functioning of the trust. The issue first gained prominence earlier this month when Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav alleged that reports suggested several crores of rupees donated to the Ram Temple had gone missing. He called upon the judiciary to take suo motu cognisance of the matter and raised concerns over what he described as serious irregularities involving devotees' contributions. Also read: ‘Mystery’ woman caught on CCTV moments before deadly fire in Delhi’s Tughlakabad In a post on social media, Yadav termed the situation surrounding the temple trust "shameful" and demanded accountability. Responding to the allegations, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai said the trust regularly conducts internal audits and that the current auditing exercise was still in progress. According to Rai, no significant discrepancies had been detected so far.

Uttar Pradesh formed a Special Investigation Team to probe alleged donation irregularities at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple after opposition claims of missing funds and a cash recovery from an employee.

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