Ram temple ‘fraud’: SIT finds blatant SOP violations

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe has uncovered significant lapses and alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The investigation found blatant violations of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for cash counting and security, including lack of security guards, frisking, and proper CCTV footage retention. Eight individuals associated with the donation counting process have been arrested, and nearly ₹80 lakh in cash has been recovered. The controversy highlights issues of financial mismanagement and accountability within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.