Sabarimala Gold Loot Plot: SIT Uncovers Massive Conspiracy, Officials Implicated

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News18•06-01-2026, 22:41
Sabarimala Gold Loot Plot: SIT Uncovers Massive Conspiracy, Officials Implicated
- •SIT reveals a large-scale conspiracy to loot gold from Sabarimala temple, not just a minor theft.
- •Former TDB Chairman A. Padmakumar allegedly facilitated the crime by misrepresenting gold as 'copper' in official records.
- •Key accused, including Unnikrishnan Potty, Govardhan, and Pankaj Bhandari, held a secret meeting in Bengaluru to cover up the crime.
- •The investigation suggests an organized crime targeting multiple parts of the temple, with 10 arrests made so far.
- •Kerala High Court granted SIT more time for investigation, opposing bail for Padmakumar due to potential influence.
Why It Matters: SIT exposes a deep-rooted conspiracy to loot Sabarimala's gold, implicating top officials.
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