After gold theft, Sabarimala staff under scanner for financial misappropriation
India Today
The Kerala High Court has directed a vigilance probe into suspected financial irregularities involving casual and permanent staff deployed at Sannidhanam during the Mandalam–Makaravilakku pilgrimage season, after a report flagged Rs 14.08 lakh in money order transfers within a short span.
The Kerala High Court has ordered a fresh investigation into suspected financial irregularities involving casual labourers and permanent staff deployed at Sannidhanam during the Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season 2025–2026.
The direction follows a report submitted by the Sabarimala Special Commissioner flagging alleged suspicious financial transactions by employees engaged at the hill shrine during the peak season.
The court has directed the Travancore Devaswom Board’s Vigilance Officer to examine whether any temporary, casual or permanent employees on duty at Sannidhanam were involved in fraudulent activity or suspicious fund transfers.
According to the report, a discreet vigilance enquiry was initiated based on information received from the Sabarimala Executive Officer.
The enquiry found that 14.08 lakh was transferred through money orders from the post office within a short span during the pilgrimage season. Five employees reportedly made remittances exceeding 25,000 each. One employee from Pathanamthitta allegedly remitted 1.38 lakh.
Despite being directed to appear for questioning, the individuals concerned did not comply, the report said.
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