SIT report on Ram temple donation theft expected shortly; may shape trust reforms
- The Special Investigation Team probing alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to submit its final report to the Uttar Pradesh government within 48 hours, sources said on Thursday.
- Following the SIT's constitution on June 13, the investigation has led to the arrest of eight accused and the resignation of key temple functionaries, now under Supreme Court scrutiny and direction.
- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust treasurer Govind Dev Giri Maharaj confirmed corrective measures including mandatory pocketless uniforms for cash handlers and elimination of CCTV blind spots to prevent future theft.
- Former trust general secretary Champat Rai, who resigned amid the controversy, stated he would break his silence only after the final SIT report; the trust meets in Ayodhya on July 22.
- The SIT's impending findings are expected to catalyze sweeping changes in temple administration and donation-handling systems, forming the basis for major management reforms when the trust convenes next week.
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SIT report on Ram temple donation theft expected shortly; may shape trust reforms
The Special Investigation Team's final report on Ram temple donation embezzlement is expected shortly. This report will likely lead to significant administrative and donation-counting system reforms. The Supreme Court is also monitoring the investigation and has sought a status report. The temple trust is scheduled to meet soon to discuss the findings and potential changes.
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