Sabarimala gold theft: Kerala BJP leader K. Surendran calls for Central agency probe - The Hindu
A controversy has emerged in Kerala following reports of missing gold linked to the Sabarimala temple administration. BJP state president K. Surendran has demanded a probe by a central investigating agency, alleging serious lapses and possible corruption in the handling of temple assets. According to him, the matter raises concerns about transparency and accountability within institutions managing one of India’s most visited pilgrimage centres. He criticised the state government for remaining silent and questioned why no decisive action has been taken so far. The BJP leader stated that a central-level inquiry is necessary to ensure an impartial investigation and to restore public confidence. The issue has sparked political debate, with opposition parties accusing the government of protecting those responsible. As the case gains attention, devotees and citizens are calling for clarity on how temple valuables are managed and safeguarded.
The Key points
- Allegations surfaced regarding missing gold linked to Sabarimala temple
- BJP leader K. Surendran demanded a central agency investigation
- Claims highlight lack of transparency in temple asset management
- State government accused of delaying action
- Opposition raised concerns over accountability
- Case has triggered political debate in Kerala
- Devotees seek assurance on temple security
- Demand aims to ensure an unbiased probe
- Issue affects public trust in temple administration
- Calls growing for reforms in asset handling systems
Disclaimer: This preview includes title, image, and description automatically sourced from the original website (www.thehindu.com) using publicly available metadata / OG tags. All rights, including copyright and content ownership, remain with the original publisher. If you are the content owner and wish to request removal, please contact us from your official email to no_reply@newspaperhunt.com.
