8 ‘thieves’ in 14 days custody, action against RMO Arjun Dev who watched CCTV, ultimatum to Champat Rai – Updates of Ram Mandir ‘loot scandal’

The alleged donation scam related to Ram temple in Ayodhya has created a big controversy. The investigation has intensified after the arrest of 8 people in the case of alleged embezzlement of offerings and valuables given by the devotees. Now the police is not limiting the case to just the arrested accused and is investigating the entire administrative and financial system.

Meanwhile, on Monday, the police recorded the statement of the then General Secretary of Ram Mandir Trust Champat Rai and issued notices for questioning to many people including trustees Dr. Anil Mishra and Gopal Rao. The police have started investigating all aspects related to the collection of offerings, bank deposit process and monitoring system. In this entire matter, the decision of Faizabad Bar Association, lawyers’ strike and political pressure have made the situation even more sensitive.

Along with this, let us tell you that action is being demanded against the 8 people whose names have come up in the donation offering theft and users on social media are demanding bulldozer action by sharing pictures of the houses of the accused.

Ram Mandir Donation Scam Case: Complete Updates in Listicle Style

1. Meanwhile, a new update has come out amid the theft of donation offering in Ayodhya Ram temple, in which it is being said that the transfer of RMO Arjun Dev, posted in Ayodhya for 17 years, which had been canceled many times, has been done. He used to monitor CCTV.
2. The investigation into the alleged donation scam related to Ram temple in Ayodhya has intensified. The matter is becoming more serious after the arrest of eight people.
3. President of Ayodhya Bar Association, Kalika Prasad Mishra said that ‘those accused of theft of Ram Temple donations should not fight the case, if any lawyer fights then a fine of Rs 5 lakh will be imposed’.
4. The police have now not limited the investigation to just the accused. The entire administrative and financial system has also been taken under investigation.
5. The statement of Champat Rai, former general secretary of Ram Mandir Trust, has been recorded. Inquiry notice has also been sent to trustees Anil Mishra and Gopal Rao.
6. The collection of offerings, bank deposits and monitoring system are being thoroughly investigated. Police is examining documents and records at many levels.
7. Notices have been sent to about 70-80 people for questioning. Preparations are on to record the statements of about 140 witnesses.
8. All the 8 arrested accused have been sent to judicial custody. His remand period has been extended till June 29.
9. Taking a big decision, Faizabad Bar Association has refused to fight the case. If any lawyer wants to represent the accused, he will have to deposit Rs 5 lakh per accused.
10. The association has warned of action against three people and to leave Ayodhya. Besides, a demand has also been made to register an FIR against him.
11. Demand for CBI investigation has been raised and the matter is preparing to go to the High Court-Supreme Court. Police is investigating all aspects from different angles.
12. Evidence is being collected by raiding the houses of all the accused. Investigation of CCTV, bank records and appointments is also going on. The matter has become more sensitive due to the ban on media coverage. Due to this, the debate regarding transparency and questions has intensified.