Ram Temple Donation Case: UP Police Recover Jewellery, Cash, Property Papers During Raids On Eight Accused

As the investigation in the Ram Temple fund fraud case is on, the Uttar Pradesh police conducted raids at locations linked to all eight accused on Sunday. In the process - jewellery, cash, and several property related documents were recovered for the ongoing investigation.

The latest action comes as the legal and political spotlight on the case continues to grow, with a petition seeking a court-monitored probe expected to be mentioned before the Supreme Court on Monday.

Simultaneous Raids Across Multiple Locations

Police officials carried out search operations at the residences and premises associated with all eight accused named in the case.

According to sources, investigators recovered ornaments, cash and documents from multiple locations. One of the accused, identified as Tinu, was reportedly found in possession of jewellery and important paperwork during the search.

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Police also questioned family members of the accused to gather additional information that may help the investigation. Officials believe the seized material will be examined as part of the evidence collection process.

Accused Likely to Be Sent to Judicial Custody

Investigators are not expected to seek immediate police custody of the accused.
Instead, officials plan to produce all eight accused before the court through video conferencing and request 14 days of judicial custody.

Police sources indicated that applications for custodial interrogation may be filed later if fresh evidence or further questioning becomes necessary during the investigation.

Ayodhya Lawyers May Refuse to Represent the Accused

The case has also triggered a strong reaction within Ayodhya's legal community.
The Faizabad Bar Association is expected to discuss the matter during its general body meeting on Monday. According to association president Kalika Mishra, members may consider passing a resolution declining legal representation for the accused.

Lawyers recalled that a similar decision was taken in 2005 when several advocates refused to appear for those accused in the Ram Temple terror attack case.

No final decision has been announced so far.

Supreme Court Petition Listed for Mentioning

The legal battle is also expected to reach the Supreme Court.

A petition seeking an investigation into the alleged irregularities involving donations received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple is scheduled to be mentioned before the apex court on Monday.

The petitioner, through advocate Ajay Kumar Rai, is expected to request an early hearing on the matter.

The outcome of the mentioning could determine when the Supreme Court takes up the issue for detailed consideration.

Background of the Case

The controversy intensified after a Special Investigation Team (SIT) reportedly flagged serious irregularities in its findings submitted to the Uttar Pradesh government.
Following the investigation, eight people were arrested in connection with the case.

Meanwhile, Champat Rai, who served as the General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, resigned from the trust on Friday. His resignation came amid growing public and political scrutiny surrounding the allegations.