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SIT Files Chargesheet in Ayodhya Temple Donation Row; UP Govt Appears Before SC
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 08:19 PM
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The Special Investigation Team has submitted a chargesheet over the Ayodhya Ram temple donation controversy, prompting the Uttar Pradesh government to appear before the Supreme Court.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the Ayodhya Ram temple donation controversy has formally filed a chargesheet detailing alleged irregularities in the collection and allocation of contributions. The document outlines the investigative findings and names individuals and entities that the team believes were involved in financial improprieties.
Following the filing, the Uttar Pradesh government approached the Supreme Court, seeking guidance on the legal steps required to address the charges. In its submission, the state government emphasized its commitment to transparency and requested the court’s direction on any corrective measures.
The chargesheet marks a significant development in a dispute that has drawn public and political attention since the temple’s construction began. Legal experts note that the Supreme Court’s response will shape the next phase of proceedings, potentially influencing how religious donations are regulated in the future.
Following the filing, the Uttar Pradesh government approached the Supreme Court, seeking guidance on the legal steps required to address the charges. In its submission, the state government emphasized its commitment to transparency and requested the court’s direction on any corrective measures.
The chargesheet marks a significant development in a dispute that has drawn public and political attention since the temple’s construction began. Legal experts note that the Supreme Court’s response will shape the next phase of proceedings, potentially influencing how religious donations are regulated in the future.