The veil of sanctity around Sabarimala temple has been pierced by the SIT’s damning report on the gold theft scandal, zeroing in on the Tantri’s questionable actions. What began as a routine audit uncovered a brazen robbery of historic gold idols and jewels, vanishing without a trace from the temple’s heavily guarded vaults.
Investigators have documented a series of anomalies: the Tantri’s solo access during midnight poojas, unlogged movements of sacred artifacts, and his reluctance to cooperate fully with the probe team. The report recommends polygraph tests and deeper financial scrutiny, signaling suspicions of insider involvement.
Public fury is palpable, with protests erupting in front of the Kerala secretariat. Opposition leaders decry it as a ‘deep-rooted conspiracy’ protected by those in power, while authorities pledge swift action. The Tantri, a figure of divine reverence, now faces the unprecedented ignominy of being a prime suspect.
This unfolding drama serves as a wake-up call for temple governance nationwide. With the High Court set to review the findings, Sabarimala stands at a crossroads—balancing devotion with the imperatives of transparency and law enforcement.