Kerala High Court: Sabarimala Gold Theft a 'Systematic Plunder', Not Ordinary Crime
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News18•20-01-2026, 01:28
Kerala High Court: Sabarimala Gold Theft a 'Systematic Plunder', Not Ordinary Crime
- •Kerala High Court termed the alleged gold theft at Sabarimala Temple as a 'systematic plunder' of Devaswom properties, not an ordinary theft.
- •The court expressed grave doubts that those entrusted with protecting the temple's properties might be involved in the crime.
- •Preliminary inspection by Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) suggests original gold plates might have been replaced, indicating large-scale manipulation.
- •SIT directed to re-inspect on January 20 for scientific evaluation of gold plates' age and quality, with VSSC officials' detailed statements to be recorded.
- •13 accused are in judicial custody, bank accounts frozen, and efforts are on to trace the melted gold; next hearing on February 9.
Why It Matters: Kerala High Court suspects systematic plunder of gold from Sabarimala Temple, implicating those responsible for its protection.
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