Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Kerala Govt Dissatisfied with Sabarimala Gold Loss Probe
The Kerala government is unhappy because the investigation into the loss of gold from the Sabarimala temple is taking too long.
The minister said if the investigation team doesn't file a report by the end of the month, the government might go to the High Court.
The opposition says the investigation is politically motivated.
The investigation is looking into gold loss during electroplating in 2025.
The current TDB president says the board will ensure devotees' beliefs are protected.
Kerala government is dissatisfied with the slow pace of the Sabarimala gold loss investigation.
Minister K Muraleedharan warns of High Court involvement if no chargesheet is filed by month-end.
Former TDB president P S Prasanth was taken into custody, claiming political motivation.
SIT is investigating gold loss during electroplating in 2025.
Current TDB president K Jayakumar assures protection of devotees' beliefs.
- Who
- Kerala Devaswom Minister K Muraleedharan, former TDB president P S Prasanth, current TDB president K Jayakumar
- What
- Dissatisfaction with the slow pace of the Sabarimala gold loss investigation
- When
- Ongoing, with potential High Court involvement by the end of the month
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- To ensure a thorough and timely investigation into the alleged gold loss from Sabarimala temple
Government's Stance
Opposition's Stance
Pace of Investigation
Government's Stance
The government is dissatisfied with the slow pace of the investigation and may approach the High Court if a chargesheet is not filed by the end of the month.
Opposition's Stance
The opposition claims the investigation is politically motivated and targets specific individuals.
- Minister
- K Muraleedharan
- Former TDB President
- P S Prasanth
- Current TDB President
- K Jayakumar
- Investigation Body
- Special Investigation Team (SIT)
- Year of Gold Loss
- 2025