Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal took to social media platform X to confront the government over the donation theft scandal at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. He described an intense wave of anger among Ram devotees and said their minds are full of questions that need answers. Describing his post as the first of several questions he plans to raise, Kejriwal signalled that his challenge to the authorities is only just beginning.
Champat Rai in the Crosshairs
Kejriwal stated in his post that the entire Ram Mandir operates under the control of Champat Rai, and that Champat Rai is bearing the brunt of the allegations surrounding the donation theft. Despite this, he pointed out, no action has been taken to remove him from his position. Kejriwal pressed the government to explain why Champat Rai continues to hold his role in the face of such serious accusations, and why authorities appear to be holding back from acting.
Background
According to news reports, the Ram Mandir donation theft controversy has grown into one of the most prominent political and religious flashpoints of recent weeks. Reports have claimed that the theft revelations triggered a drop of nearly 80 percent in the offerings received at the temple, leaving devotees across the country deeply shaken. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has also entered the debate, alleging that crores of rupees in Ram Mandir donations have gone missing. An SIT has been constituted to probe the matter, with widespread expectation that the investigation will bring those responsible to account.
