Crime & Law · India
Ram Mandir Donation Allegations Spark Political Debate and Investigations
Allegations of embezzlement concerning donations for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya have surfaced, leading to political criticism and ongoing investigations. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal and Congress leader Digvijaya Singh have demanded action against trust officials. The BJP has responded by accusing opposition parties of appeasement politics. An SIT is reportedly investigating the matter, with reports of lawyers refusing to defend the accused.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 4 · Centre 5 · Right 3 n = 12
- Left (4): National Herald, Satya Hindi, The Telegraph (India), The Wire
- Centre (5): Amar Ujala, Hindustan (Hindi), The Free Press Journal, The Lallantop, The Times of India
- Right (3): India Today, Republic World, The Pioneer