Political Storm Over Sabarimala Gold Theft Case as CPI(M) Claims Congress Retreated After Sonia Gandhi Link
A fresh political controversy has erupted in Kerala following new claims by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) regarding the ongoing Sabarimala gold theft case. The CPI(M) has alleged that the Congress party softened its stance and stepped back from aggressive criticism after the name of senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi allegedly surfaced during discussions around the case. The charge has intensified political sparring between the state’s two major rivals, adding another layer to an already sensitive issue. What Is the Sabarimala Gold Theft Case? The Sabarimala gold theft case relates to the alleged misappropriation and irregular handling of gold and valuables donated by devotees at the Sabarimala temple, one of the most prominent pilgrimage centres in India. The issue has drawn public attention because of the massive scale of offerings at the shrine and the importance of transparency in managing temple assets. Over time, questions have been raised by various po...