Ram Temple donation row: Who manages India’s temples, and what is the state’s role?
Allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya have intensified scrutiny on the management of Hindu temples in India. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, established in 2020, has received approximately ₹3,500 crore in donations amid calls for reform in temple governance. In response to the irregularities, trust officials are considering appointing a Chief Executive Officer, while the Vishwa Hindu Parishad advocates for reducing government control over temples.