The Kerala High Court has ordered the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged Sabarimala gold theft, sparking a political storm. Devaswom Board Minister VN Vasavan stated that a vigilance inquiry has already highlighted lapses at the official level, underlining the administration's faith in judicial proceedings.
The court's directive mandates an expedited investigation with a report deadline of six weeks. The proceedings are to remain confidential, with information to be shared solely with the court in a sealed cover, ensuring no leaks occur.
BJP leader V Muraleedharan criticized the Kerala government, accusing it of betraying devotees, and demanded the dismissal of the Devaswom Minister and dissolution of the Travancore Devaswom Board. Muraleedharan claims this scandal fur