Sabarimala Gold Theft: Sonia Gandhi Photo Sparks Political Firestorm

• A photograph showing Sabarimala gold theft accused Unnikrishnan Potty and Govardhan with Sonia Gandhi, UDF convenor Adoor Prakash, and MP Anto Antony has ignited a major political controversy.
• BJP demands a CBI investigation, alleging the case involves international trafficking of idols and ancient artifacts, and questions Congress's links to an antique network.
• BJP leader K. Surendran questioned how the main accused gained access to Sonia Gandhi, calling for Congress to explain the meeting.
• The BJP claims the SIT investigation is being diverted to protect influential people, alleging state government machinery and Devaswom officials were involved in the conspiracy.
• The Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan also commented on the photo, intensifying the political battle between LDF, Congress, and BJP over the issue.

Why It Matters: Sabarimala gold theft case takes political turn with Sonia Gandhi photo, BJP demands CBI probe.