Ayodhya, July 2: New revelations continue to emerge regarding the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Amid this controversy, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has issued a clarification, highlighting several important points. Prakash Gupta, the office in-charge of the Trust, stated that the counting of donations is conducted not by Trust employees but by an outsourced agency appointed by the bank.
Gupta emphasized that if any discrepancies occurred, the responsibility lies with the bank and its arrangements, not the Trust. He explained that there is a formal agreement between the Trust and the State Bank of India (SBI) for this task. Under this agreement, the bank sends its team or associated agency employees for counting. A representative from the Trust is present solely for oversight, not for direct involvement in counting or cash handling.
He further clarified that all individuals currently facing allegations were involved in the counting process, but this does not imply any collusion within the Trust. Gupta pointed out that accusations are often made without solid evidence, particularly against organizations associated with significant religious or public activities. He questioned the motives of those making allegations, suggesting that individuals who have previously opposed the Trust are exaggerating these issues.
Gupta noted that the expansion of the investigation is a positive development, as it will help uncover the full truth. He stated that it is up to the investigating agencies to determine the timeframe for the inquiry, whether it will begin from the establishment of the Trust or a specific period. The direction of the investigation depends entirely on the Special Investigation Team (SIT).
He reiterated that the Trust has no direct involvement in this matter. According to him, the counting and depositing of cash were handled solely by the bank-appointed employees and the outsourced agency. Therefore, if any irregularities occurred, the responsibility lies with those systems. The Trust had no authority over the selection or verification of those employees.
Regarding the eight individuals accused in this case, Gupta mentioned that some were merely responsible for maintaining order within the premises. He explained that the accused, Tinnu Yadav, was tasked with overseeing the area and managing VIP visits due to the large number of devotees and distinguished guests. Consequently, not everyone was allowed free access to the premises.
Gupta expressed the hope that the investigation would proceed correctly. He expects a fair inquiry and insists that if anyone is found guilty, they should be punished according to the law, while ensuring that no innocent person is wrongfully implicated.
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