Ayodhya Police revealed a significant theft at the Ram Temple during the 2025 Kumbh Mela, with two brothers-in-law among eight suspects exploiting a surge in donations.
Eight people have been arrested so far
Jul 01, 2026
02:42 pm
What's the storyThe Ayodhya Police have made a major breakthrough in the Ram Mandir donation theft case, revealing that most of the theft occurred during the Kumbh Mela in early 2025.
The accused, police said, took advantage of a massive surge in donations during this period, adding they were involved in petty thefts even before Kumbh.
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