Demand for CBI Investigation into Alleged Donations Mismanagement at Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
Call for Investigation into Donations at Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
In light of alleged irregularities surrounding donations for the Ram Temple, there are now calls for an investigation into the offerings at the Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple in Mathura. Dinesh Sharma Falhari, a party involved in the Shahi Idgah case, has accused temple management of misconduct and has written a letter in blood to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, demanding a CBI inquiry. He claims that, similar to the Ayodhya situation, there has been a misappropriation of donations at the Krishna Janmabhoomi for several years.
Falhari, who gained attention following the Shahi Idgah controversy, has previously sent multiple letters in blood to the Chief Minister. In his appeal, he stated that he has written to the Chief Minister out of concern for Hindu pride, alleging that just as there are issues with the donation amounts in Ayodhya, the same is happening in Mathura at the birthplace of Lord Krishna. He pointed out that CCTV cameras are turned off when donation boxes are opened, leading to the misappropriation of cash, jewelry, gold, silver, and precious stones. He noted that members of the management committee, who once arrived on scooters, now travel in luxury vehicles and own multiple properties, including land in both Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Falhari expressed deep concern over the exploitation of the faith of millions of Hindus and urged the Chief Minister to initiate a CBI investigation into the matter. He warned that if a CBI inquiry is not conducted, they would file a petition in the Allahabad High Court, demanding an investigation into the alleged misappropriation of donations that have been made over the years. He emphasized that the priests at the temple are aware of the ongoing irregularities and that the management committee's actions are deeply troubling. Additionally, he claimed that up to 70% commission is taken on the floral decorations and offerings at the temple, and he called for an investigation into the assets of those associated with the temple, suggesting that funds from donations should be used to build hospitals and schools.