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Government Opposes ED Investigation in Sabarimala Gold Scam; Former Devaswom Board President Arrested in Second Case
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: The Kerala state government is actively opposing an investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into the alleged gold scam at the Sabarimala temple. The government conveyed its stance to the Kollam Vigilance Court, objecting to the ED’s petition seeking documents related to the case. The court is scheduled to reconsider the petition on October 10th.
This development coincides with the arrest of former Travancore Devaswom Board President A. Padmakumar in connection with a second case related to the gold theft. Padmakumar is implicated in the theft of gold coverings from the temple’s dwarapalaka (guardian) statues. Investigators allege that the then-Devaswom Board, including Padmakumar as president, had a role in the theft. Statements from individuals, including former board president N. Vasu, reportedly implicate Padmakumar. The investigation team recorded the arrest at the Thiruvananthapuram Special Sub-Jail. Padmakumar’s remand has been extended until October 18th.
The article also mentions a fugitive named Rahul, accused of sexual perversion, and claims police can arrest him. Additionally, it notes the Trikarthika festival celebrations at Sabarimala.
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