Kejriwal press conference on Ram Temple row (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday accused the BJP of shielding the “real culprits” in the alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement case.Referring to the alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ayodhya Ram Temple, Kejriwal alleged that the investigation was designed to protect those responsible.”This is a sham SIT and a bogus FIR. The real culprits are being shielded. Why are they being protected?” he asked.‘Shah didn’t visit temple in 891 days’Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Kejriwal claimed Union home minister Amit Shah had not visited the temple in the 891 days since it was inaugurated, despite repeatedly referring to Lord Ram and the Ram Temple in his speeches.”After the construction of the Ram Temple, home minister Amit Shah has not gone even once to bow at the feet of Lord Shri Ram.‘Government must be changed’While addressing the press further, former Delhi CM also questioned the government at the Centre.”If you want the donation thieves to be punished, then the government must be changed. The present Central government and the present state government cannot ensure punishment. Every devotee of Lord Ram who wants the donation thieves to be punished should change the government,” he said.Kejriwal also claimed that BJP leaders did not consider Lord Ram as God. “These people do not consider Ram as God; otherwise, they would not steal.”The AAP chief’s remarks come amid an escalating political row over allegations related to the handling of donations at the Ram Temple, with the party demanding accountability and an impartial investigation into the matter.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWhy Thousands Are Visiting Lohagad Fort’s Alleged Murder Spot | ‘Siya Point’ |Dark Tourism ExplainedUS Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Birthright Order, Big Relief For Indians In USBilawal Bhutto Accuses India Of ‘Weaponising’ Water Amid Indus Waters Treaty RowDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn Islamabad123PhotostoriesCan you spot the hidden summer snack in this busy market? This viral brainteaser is tricking thousandsFrom Bond to Green Lantern: 6 roles Henry Cavill almost landed before SupermanGauri Khan’s sophisticated anarkali charm is the old-money fashion moment everyone wants to recreate7 Indian foods that have survived for over 500 yearsLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to least123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceHow to Watch FIFA World Cup TodayTop TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovIndigo Check-in Bag FaresAyodhya Ram Temple Donation Theft
NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday accused the BJP of shielding the “real culprits” in the alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement case.Referring to the alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ayodhya Ram Temple, Kejriwal alleged that the investigation was designed to protect those responsible.“This is a sham SIT and a bogus FIR. The real culprits are being shielded. Why are they being protected?” he asked.‘Shah didn’t visit temple in 891 days’Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Kejriwal claimed Union home minister Amit Shah had not visited the temple in the 891 days since it was inaugurated, despite repeatedly referring to Lord Ram and the Ram Temple in his speeches.“After the construction of the Ram Temple, home minister Amit Shah has not gone even once to bow at the feet of Lord Shri Ram.‘Government must be changed’While addressing the press further, former Delhi CM also questioned the government at the Centre.“If you want the donation thieves to be punished, then the government must be changed. The present Central government and the present state government cannot ensure punishment. Every devotee of Lord Ram who wants the donation thieves to be punished should change the government,” he said.Kejriwal also claimed that BJP leaders did not consider Lord Ram as God. “These people do not consider Ram as God; otherwise, they would not steal.”The AAP chief’s remarks come amid an escalating political row over allegations related to the handling of donations at the Ram Temple, with the party demanding accountability and an impartial investigation into the matter.
