Archive · 19 Jul 2026
CB-CID investigates Palani temple land fraud
The CB-CID is investigating a case where land belonging to the Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple in Palani, Tamil Nadu, was allegedly fraudulently registered to private individuals.
The land, worth about Rs 100 crore, was registered for just Rs 2 crore.
The temple administration and the Madras High Court have declared the registration invalid.
The CB-CID has questioned several officials and is searching for the alleged buyers and sellers, who are absconding.
The investigation is ongoing, and more people may be involved.
CB-CID is investigating the fraudulent registration of 1.40 acres of temple land worth Rs 100 crore.
The land was allegedly registered to private individuals for Rs 2 crore.
The Madras High Court declared the registration invalid.
Five officials, including temple superintendents and retired administrative officers, were questioned.
Searches were conducted in multiple districts, and the accused buyers and sellers are absconding.
- Who
- CB-CID, temple officials, accused individuals
- What
- Investigation into alleged fraudulent registration of temple land
- When
- Earlier this month, ongoing investigation
- Where
- Palani, Tamil Nadu, and surrounding districts
- Why
- To uncover the truth behind the fraudulent registration of temple land
Temple Administration
Accused Individuals
Land Ownership
Temple Administration
The land belongs to the Dhandapani Swamy Mutt Trust and is administered by the temple.
Accused Individuals
The land was allegedly registered in favor of two private individuals.
Registration Validity
Temple Administration
The Madras High Court declared the disputed registration invalid.
Accused Individuals
The accused individuals claim the registration was legitimate.
- Land Value
- Rs 100 crore
- Land Area
- 1.40 acres
- Registration Amount
- Rs 2 crore
- Suspended Officials
- Deputy Registrar Justin Manikandan, District Registrar Sasikala
- Investigating Agency
- CB-CID
- High Court Ruling
- Declared the registration invalid
