Temple Trouble: Financial Irregularities Unveiled at Sabarimala

The Kerala High Court raised concerns over alleged financial irregularities in the conduct of poojas at the Sabarimala shrine. The court flagged issues such as questionable procurement practices and the potential misuse of supplier funds, pushing for a meticulous audit of the temple's accounts.

At the heart of the allegations is a report from the Sabarimala Special Commissioner, detailing claims of longstanding irregularities in temple administration. The court remarked that verifying these claims could reveal improper management of public funds, necessitating urgent corrective actions.

Additionally, the court sought an explanation from the Travancore Devaswom Board regarding procurement procedures, pointing out potential administrative mishandlings. The findings demand transparency in operations and adherence to established purchase protocols to prevent corruption.

(With inputs from agencies.)