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CCTV shows five accused hiding cash during temple counting
Indian Express··3 Jul
Ayodhya police on July 2, 2026, said CCTV from the Ram temple Pilgrim Facility Centre shows five of eight arrested men removing and hiding cash during donation counting. Forty-five days of footage revealed staff hiding notes in clothes or socks. Police recovered nearly Rs 80 lakh and registered an FIR on June 25 after a trust complaint.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Temple donation transparency affects devotees who contribute to Ayodhya shrine funds.
- CCTV retention limits may affect how far back donation theft can be traced.
- Bank-linked hiring practices at temples are under police scrutiny.
What's Happening
- CCTV footage shows five accused hiding cash during counting.
- Eight people have been arrested since the June 25 FIR.
- Police have recovered nearly Rs 80 lakh from linked premises.
Investigation Context
- The SIT found lapses in CCTV retention and key custody.
- Champat Rai and Anil Mishra resigned as trust officials.
- SBI reportedly recommended names for counting staff hires.
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