CBI Probe Demanded for Ram Mandir Donation Embezzlement Case
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam demanded a CBI probe into the Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case.
- He stated a high-level investigation is needed to preserve devotees' faith.
- BJP spokesperson Prakash Reddy defended the UP government's actions and promised strict action against the guilty.
Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam has called for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged embezzlement of donations for the Ram Mandir. Krishnam emphasized that a high-level investigation is crucial to maintain the trust of millions of devotees. He stated that people across India and globally have faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi and feel cheated by the alleged irregularities. "This is a matter concerning the faith, reverence, and trust of crores of people. To uphold that trust and preserve the faith, a CBI inquiry should be conducted into the scam, irregularities, and misappropriation that have occurred within the Ram temple," Krishnam told ANI. He stressed the need to identify all involved parties and ensure public trust is maintained. Meanwhile, BJP spokesperson Prakash Reddy defended the Uttar Pradesh government's response, assuring that strict action would be taken against those found guilty. He criticized opposition leaders for their reactions and stated that the Uttar Pradesh government's stance is clear. The controversy follows the resignation of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust General Secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, who took moral responsibility. An FIR was registered on June 25 concerning the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
This is a matter concerning the faith, reverence, and trust of crores of people. To uphold that trust and preserve the faith, a CBI inquiry should be conducted into the scam, irregularities, and misappropriation that have occurred within the Ram temple.
Originally published by Hindustan Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.