The Shree Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has lodged a First Information Report with the Ayodhya police following allegations of irregularities in the handling of donation funds collected at the Ram Temple. The action comes after a preliminary report submitted by a Special Investigation Team that examined the alleged financial discrepancies.
According to the FIR, eight individuals have been named in connection with the case. Among them, six were reportedly involved in the counting of donation money collected from devotees at the temple. The remaining individuals have also been included as part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged financial irregularities.
The FIR includes charges under provisions related to theft, criminal breach of trust, and criminal conspiracy. Authorities have stated that the registration of the FIR marks the beginning of a formal criminal investigation and does not establish the guilt of any of the individuals named. The allegations will be examined through the legal process.
Investigators are expected to review the procedures followed in handling and counting donation funds. Officials may also examine how the individuals responsible for counting the donations were selected and whether established guidelines and internal protocols were properly followed during the process.
The Special Investigation Team conducted a preliminary inquiry before submitting its findings to the temple trust. Based on the report, the trust decided to approach the police and seek a detailed investigation into the matter. Authorities have not yet disclosed the exact amount of money allegedly involved or provided additional details regarding the reported irregularities.
Police officials are expected to record statements from the individuals named in the FIR, temple staff, and other relevant witnesses. Financial records, surveillance footage, and documentation related to the collection and counting of donations may also be examined as part of the investigation.
The Shree Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has stated that it is cooperating fully with law enforcement agencies and supports a transparent investigation. The trust has emphasized the importance of maintaining accountability in the management of donations contributed by devotees.
Legal experts note that the filing of an FIR initiates the criminal investigation process. Any conclusions regarding responsibility or criminal liability will depend on the evidence collected during the investigation and the findings presented before the court. No convictions have been made, and the allegations remain under investigation.