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.