Will not allow pilferage of offerings: Supreme Court on ‘siphoning’ of donations at Banke Bihari Temple
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- The Supreme Court ruled that every donation made at the Banke Bihari Temple in Varanasi must be deposited in the temple’s official donation boxes or online treasury, rejecting any diversion by temple staff or volunteers.
- The decision follows allegations that “sevayats” were siphoning funds from devotees.
- The ruling aims to prevent future pilferage and ensure transparency in the handling of temple offerings.
“every penny of donation must come to the donation boxes or online temple treasury”
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 50% left, 0% center, 50% right.
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Will not allow pilferage of offerings: Supreme Court on ‘siphoning’ of donations at Banke Bihari Temple
All Banke Bihari donations must go to deity: Supreme Court
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First reported by The Hindu on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Right-leaning (1): Times of India