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Congress describes Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft as a cardinal sin and aapa

Congress terms donation theft at Ayodhya Ram Temple a ‘maha paap’, questions PM’s silence‘What are they trying to hide?’ Congress attacks government over Ram Temple donation theft case

The Indian Congress party condemned the theft of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple as a 'cardinal sin,' holding the central government responsible for the breach that occurred on June 30, 2026, in Ayodhya, India.

The party argues the incident is not just a financial scam but an attack on Hindu faith, raising concerns about long-term political consequences for the ruling Sangh Parivar.

Indian Congress Party

Indian Congress Party frames the theft as a malicious attack on Hindu faith, calling it a 'maha paap' and demanding accountability, arguing the incident undermines the trust of over one billion Hindus and exposes government negligence.

  • The Ayodhya Ram Temple opened to the public in December 2024 after a 32-year construction effort following the 1992 Babri Masjid demolition.
  • Hindu devotees contribute millions of rupees annually to the temple, making it one of the most financially significant religious sites in India.
  • The term 'paap' literally means 'sin' in Hindi and is deeply rooted in dharmic religious traditions concerning moral conduct.
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