HomeNext 'Devotees feel betrayed': Rahul Gandhi, Kharge write to PM Modi, seek probe into Ram temple donation theft The Congress leaders said the matter had shaken public confidence and argued that the prime minister's silence was "unacceptable".
Updated on: Jul 19, 2026, 10:36:36 IST Edited by Priyanshu Priya Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and LoP is Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding an independent investigation into the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple and questioning his silence on the matter.
Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge demand answers over alleged theft of devotees' donations at Ram temple (@INCIndia) In a joint letter, LoPs said devotees who had contributed to the temple with faith and devotion deserved answers and accountability.
The demand comes weeks after allegations of theft of donations offered at the temple surfaced, triggering a police investigation that has so far resulted in eight arrests and the resignation of two senior functionaries of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
Sharing the letter on X, Kharge said, "Our joint letter to PM Modi demanding an independent and comprehensive investigation into the financial affairs of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
Lakhs of devotees who donated their hard-earned money with faith, devotion and trust are feeling betrayed by the theft." The Congress leaders said the matter had shaken public confidence and argued that the prime minister's silence was "unacceptable".
They urged him to ensure accountability and restitution in the case.
