The Times of India

Ram temple embezzlement row: Probe reveals theft peaked during Maha Kumbh, many donation chori warnings landed on deaf ears

An organized insider operation is suspected in the alleged theft of donations for the Ram temple, with an employee identified as a central figure. Investigators are examining evidence suggesting daily cash siphoning and suspicious behavior captured on CCTV. The probe also scrutinizes the handling of precious metal donations, with significant cash recoveries reported from several accused.