A Special Investigation Team (SIT) preliminary report indicates 70 alleged thefts from Ram Temple donations over 40 days. Avinash Shukla (30) is identified as the central figure in an alleged embezzlement racket involving six individuals.
Avinash Shukla, accused of embezzling Ram Temple donations, allegedly revealed during interrogation that he spent an additional Rs 19 lakh on family and friends, including wedding expenses, personal purchases, and gifts. Police have recovered assets and are examining financial documents.
Arrested accused Avinash Shukla has revealed a detailed plan for stealing Ram Temple donations, including studying CCTV locations and staff movements. Stolen cash was hidden in washrooms and smuggled out in small amounts, exploiting surveillance gaps and lax security protocols, leading to the recovery of over Rs 79 lakh and other valuables.
Ayodhya Police are intensifying their investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations. Arrested accused Avinash Shukla revealed a method of hiding stolen cash in temple washrooms before smuggling it out. The probe includes CCTV analysis, witness statements, and financial scrutiny.
Ayodhya police interrogated Avinash Shukla, an accused in the Ram temple donation theft case, in district jail after court permission. Shukla is suspected of manipulating cash records during donation counting.
