Kerala HC orders SIT probe into missing Sabarimala gold
Gold meant for Sabarimala Temple's idols and sanctum door reportedly vanished during renovation, prompting the Kerala High Court to step in.
The court has now called for a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to figure out exactly how much gold was lost and how it happened.
HC's scathing remarks on Devaswom Board, contractor
The court criticized the Travancore Devaswom Board for not keeping proper records and possibly letting things slide with contractor Unnikrishnan Potti, who got a lot of freedom during repairs.
The SIT is digging into two criminal cases linked to the missing gold, checking if officials helped or ignored the theft, and whether corruption charges apply.
Scientific tests will compare the gold's weight before and after restoration, with updates expected before pilgrimage season.
The next hearing is set for December 3.