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Badrinath trust orders probe into donation irregularity allegations
NDTV··4 Jul
Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee on July 3, 2026, ordered an inquiry into allegations of financial irregularities in offerings at Badrinath Dham after claims circulated on social media. BKTC President Hemant Dwivedi said an internal inquiry committee will be formed. Organisation Bhairav Sena alleged misappropriation and demanded CCTV review. Dwivedi denied claims about his personal assistant's involvement.
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What It Means For You
- Temple donation transparency affects devotees contributing to major shrines.
- Pilgrimage trust governance is under public scrutiny after Ayodhya probe.
- Social media allegations can trigger formal inquiries at religious institutions.
What's Happening
- BKTC ordered an inquiry on July 3 into Badrinath donation allegations.
- Bhairav Sena raised financial irregularity claims on social media.
- An internal inquiry committee is being constituted.
Investigation Context
- The probe follows the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft row.
- CCTV footage and employee statements will be reviewed.
- Action may follow under the 1939 BKTC Act if guilt is established.
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