Allegations of missing valuables at Padmanabhaswamy temple to be probed: Kerala Devaswom Minister
The Kerala Devaswom Minister announced an investigation into allegations of missing valuables at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. This decision follows a police report claiming security lapses and missing items, which the temple's administrative committee has rejected. The minister emphasized the need for transparency regarding the temple's finances and stated that the government would ensure accountability.
- ▪An investigation will be launched into the alleged security lapses and missing valuables at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
- ▪The temple's administrative committee rejected the police report and accused officers of submitting a factually incorrect report.
- ▪The minister stated that all accounts connected with the shrine should be transparent and that the government will disclose accounts under its custody.
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Allegations of missing valuables at Padmanabhaswamy temple to be probed: Kerala Devaswom MinisterAllegations of missing valuables at Padmanabhaswamy temple to be probed: Kerala Devaswom MinisterPublished on: May 30, 2026 11:47 AM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Devaswom Minister K Muraleedharan on Saturday said an investigation would be launched into the alleged security lapses and missing valuables at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple here after consulting the Home Ministry.Allegations of missing valuables at Padmanabhaswamy temple to be probed: Kerala Devaswom MinisterEmphasising that the issue would be discussed with utmost seriousness, the minister said no one would be allowed to meddle with temple assets under any circumstances.The government had sought a report…
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