{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Ram Temple Donation Scam in Ayodhya: SIT Report Finalised, Action Expected Against 7 Sevaadars and Other Key Accused",
  "summary": "The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged theft from Ram Temple's donation boxes in Ayodhya has questioned around 200 people in six days and has prepared its report. The findings are set to be handed to the Chief Minister on Monday, after which major action is expected.",
  "content": "Day Seven of the Probe: Report on the Verge of Submission\nThe alleged embezzlement from the donation boxes of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has reached a decisive stage. Today marks the seventh day of the inquiry, and the Special Investigation Team is required to hand a preliminary report to the government upon completing seven days. During the past six days, the SIT has questioned approximately 200 people. Those called in include workers who collected money from the donation boxes and transported it to the counting centre, staff responsible for counting the cash, individuals who bundled the notes, and officials who supervised the entire process.\n\nThree Years of Financial Records Placed Under the Scanner\nThe SIT has separately obtained three years of data from both the Ram Mandir Trust and the bank. Bank officials were summoned and questioned on which dates donations were deposited into Ram Lalla's account, who made each deposit, how many bundles were involved, and what denomination notes were used. The team has also taken possession of the ledger books maintained by both the bank and the Ram Mandir Trust.\n\nSix Accused Questioned, Three More Names Surface with Contradictory Statements\nIn addition to the six primary accused in the case, Ram Shankar Yadav alias Teenu, Dr. Anil Mishra, and Gopal Rao were each grilled for several hours. Multiple contradictions emerged across their statements, prompting the SIT to requisition additional documents from the Ram Mandir Trust. Sources say the SIT has already finalised its report. According to its findings, action is likely against seven sevaadars currently serving at the Ram Temple, along with Trust member Dr. Anil Mishra, Ram Shankar Yadav, and special invitee member Gopal Rao.\n\nQuestions Raised Over General Secretary Champat Rai's Role\nRam Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai has also come under scrutiny. The investigation has repeatedly surfaced the finding that information about the alleged donation irregularities was brought to the General Secretary's attention on multiple occasions, yet no concrete steps were taken by him in response.\n\nCCTV Footage Tampering Also Under Investigation\nExperts from Delhi and Lucknow have been brought to the Ram Temple premises to investigate whether the CCTV footage was manipulated. They are working to determine if any tampering took place and, if so, which period's recordings were deleted. Sources indicate that action against several Ram Mandir Trust officials is now considered almost certain. The SIT is expected to remain in Ayodhya for a few more days and will submit its report to the Chief Minister on Monday, after which concrete action is anticipated.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: For millions of devotees across the country who donate to the Ram Temple, this investigation raises serious questions about how transparently their contributions are being managed.\n• In Ayodhya: With the Trust administration now under scrutiny, local demands for greater financial accountability and reform in temple management are likely to intensify.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. How many people has the SIT questioned so far?\nThe SIT has questioned approximately 200 people over the past six days.\n\n2. Who are the main suspects in this case?\nBesides six primary accused, Ram Shankar Yadav alias Teenu, Dr. Anil Mishra, Gopal Rao, and seven sevaadars are among the key suspects.\n\n3. When will the SIT submit its report and to whom?\nAccording to sources, the SIT will submit its investigation report to the Chief Minister on Monday.\n\n4. What is Champat Rai's role in this matter?\nThe investigation found that information about the alleged donation irregularities reached Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai multiple times, but no concrete action was taken by him.\n\n5. Why is the CCTV footage being investigated?\nTo determine whether the CCTV footage from the Ram Temple premises was tampered with and to identify which period's recordings were deleted.\n\n6. What information did the SIT obtain from the bank?\nThe SIT collected three years of donation-related bank data, ledger books, and details of when, how much, and who deposited the money.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/uttar-pradesh/ayodhya-ram-mandir-dana-ghotala-sit-ki-riporta-taiyara-7-sevadaron-sameta-kai-para-karravai-taya-2112",
  "category": "Uttar Pradesh",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-21",
  "tags": [
    "Ram Temple Donation Scam",
    "SIT Investigation Ayodhya",
    "Champat Rai",
    "Dr Anil Mishra",
    "Ram Shankar Yadav",
    "CCTV Footage Investigation",
    "Ram Mandir Trust",
    "Donation Box Theft"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}