Ghee Scam Shakes Sabarimala Trust: Officials Allegedly Complicit in ₹2.5 Crore Fraud

In a shocking revelation, Kerala's Keralam Minister Muraleedharan has alleged involvement of certain Devaswom officials in a major ghee scam that has reportedly cost the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) ₹2.5 crore. The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau’s Special Investigation Unit recently arrested a transport contractor for allegedly diverting 11,000 litres of Milma ghee destined for the Sabarimala temple and replacing it with a cheaper alternative.

This incident raises critical questions about government oversight and accountability. How could such a large-scale diversion of temple resources go unnoticed? What measures are in place to protect the sanctity of funds meant for sacred institutions? Citizens deserve answers as the investigation unfolds.

The TDB, responsible for the administration of the Sabarimala temple, must ensure that adequate safeguards are implemented to prevent further exploitation of temple resources. As reported by The Hindu, the community is demanding transparency and immediate action against those involved, emphasizing that accountability is essential for maintaining trust in public institutions.

Source: The Hindu