Congress Accuses Kerala’s LDF Govt of ‘Aiding’ Sabarimala Gold Theft
The political storm in Kerala over the theft of gold ornaments from the Sabarimala temple has escalated, with Congress accusing the LDF government of complicity. The opposition alleges security lapses and a deliberate cover-up in the ₹90 lakh heist.
Sabarimala Gold Theft: Key Details
Nearly 1.5 kg of gold ornaments vanished from the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple’s sanctum sanctorum, replaced with fake replicas over months. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) detected the theft during an internal audit, raising questions about temple security. The Crime Branch is investigating, but no arrests have been made yet.
Congress’s Allegations Against LDF Government
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala claimed the theft was “orchestrated with state knowledge,” citing delayed FIR filings and ignored warnings. “The government hushed up the theft despite knowing since February,” he said. The party demands accountability for the security breach at the holy shrine.
LDF’s Response and Backlash
Devaswom Minister K. Radhakrishnan dismissed the claims as a “political conspiracy,” promising a fair probe. However, the BJP has joined Congress in demanding a CBI investigation, citing possible high-level involvement.
Public Anger and Trust Crisis
Devotees express outrage on social media (#SabarimalaGoldScam), calling the theft a betrayal. Temple security lapses, including a 2020 incident, have eroded trust in the administration.
Next Steps: Protests and Probe Demands
With Congress planning statewide protests and BJP pushing for a CBI inquiry, the LDF government faces mounting pressure. The case has become a litmus test for Kerala’s governance and temple protection.
— NextMinuteNews
