Kerala HC Orders Probe Into Sabarimala Gold Theft Allegations

The Kerala High Court directed further investigation into alleged gold misappropriation by Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) officials relating to Sabarimala ornaments. The Court stated that temple-property mismanagement is a serious breach of public trust and requires transparent, impartial inquiry. The bench observed that religious trusts handling public offerings must operate with the highest financial integrity. The order aims to restore confidence in temple administration and may reshape accountability frameworks for Devaswom Boards.