The alleged scam arising out of donations offered by devotees in the Ram temple of Ayodhya has sparked discussion across the country. There are allegations that during the counting and deposit process of cash coming out of donation boxes, a large amount of money went missing. Seeing the seriousness of the matter, the Uttar Pradesh government has constituted a three-member SIT and started the investigation, which is now investigating the alleged money trail and financial transactions.
What is the matter after all?
It is alleged that the complete account of the cash coming in the donation boxes of Ram Temple was not reaching the bank. The money was allegedly withdrawn between the calculation of the donation amount and the deposit process. That is why it is being called theft and embezzlement of money in-money out model.
When did the investigation start?
Following complaints and allegations, the Uttar Pradesh government formed a three-member SIT on the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The team reached Ayodhya and started interrogating the Trust and the concerned employees. Today the investigation is going on for the fifth day.
What is the main focus of the investigation?
The biggest goal of SIT is to find the money trail of the donated amount. The investigators are trying to find out whether the cash taken out of the donation box was reaching somewhere else before being deposited in the bank.
Who is under suspicion?
During the investigation, questions have been raised on the role of some employees and people associated with the temple management. In particular, the name of Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu Yadav has come into discussion, whose relations and properties are being investigated. Champat Rai, Gopal Rao, Anil Mishra, and employees close to these three are under investigation.
Question of low salary, big property
Investigation also revealed that the salary of some employees was Rs 12 to 18 thousand per month, but claims were being made that they had assets worth crores of rupees. It is at this point that the investigating agencies are looking for sources of income and property.
Questions raised on appointments also
Questions have also been raised regarding the appointment and verification process. It is alleged that employees were given sensitive responsibilities without adequate police verification and monitoring system.
Are CCTV and surveillance systems also under investigation?
The investigating agencies are also looking at how effective the monitoring system of donation counting centers and donation boxes was. If there is any lack of monitoring or tampering, then that is also part of the investigation.
Stirring in political and religious circles
Ram temple is considered to be the biggest center of faith in the country. In such a situation, allegations of alleged irregularities in donation amount have given rise to debate at both religious and political levels. Many leaders have demanded transparency and accountability.
Impact on the credibility of the trust?
Allegations of financial irregularities in an institution associated with the faith of crores of devotees raise questions on the credibility of the Trust. Therefore, fair and quick conclusion of the investigation is considered very important.
The SIT is investigating bank records, donation calculation process, role of employees and assets. If the allegations are found true then criminal action can be taken against the people concerned.
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