Police investigating the alleged donation theft at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya questioned one of the arrested accused, Avinash Shukla, for nearly two hours after obtaining court permission. According to police sources, Shukla described the alleged method used to remove donation money, claiming that cash was temporarily hidden in washrooms before being taken out later. These statements were made during police interrogation and remain part of the ongoing investigation.
Accused Describes Alleged Theft Method During Police Interrogation
Investigators also said the accused described the alleged operation inside the donation counting room, including claims about access to keys, coordination among multiple individuals, and awareness of CCTV camera locations. Police sources further alleged that the suspects exploited gaps in surveillance and oversight to avoid detection. Authorities are independently verifying these claims as part of the investigation.
The investigation has also examined the donation counting process and the temple’s oversight mechanisms. Police sources said the accused made statements regarding the roles of individuals associated with the counting process. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has seen administrative changes following scrutiny over donation management. No court has determined the criminal liability of those mentioned, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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Investigators Trace Money Trail as SIT Expands Probe into Donation Theft
Police are tracing the alleged financial trail to determine whether stolen funds were used to acquire assets, including land and residential property. Investigators are examining financial records, bank transactions, and other evidence to establish the movement of money. Authorities are also exploring whether additional individuals were involved and how the alleged theft remained undetected for an extended period.
The Uttar Pradesh government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on 13 June to investigate the case. Officials have stated that ₹58 lakh was recovered from the accused’s residence before the FIR was registered, while additional funds were reportedly returned through bank transfers. Police continue to collect evidence, question those involved, and verify all claims before filing their final findings in court.
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