Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday invoked the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and accused the BJP of “betraying Hindus of the country.”He also vowed that the Shiv Sena (UBT) would lead protests to ensure a “BJP-mukt Ram.””Real Hindutva teaches humanity. We reject your (BJP’s) Hindutva of looting temples. We want a ‘BJP-mukt Ram,’ and Shiv Sena (UBT) will lead such protests,” Thackeray said at a rally in the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency.The constituency is represented by Sanjay Deshmukh, one of six MPs who recently left the Shiv Sena (UBT) to join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, an ally of the BJP.Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray also referred to Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut’s claim that the party had not received a receipt for the Rs 1 crore it had donated to the Ram Temple trust.”We had given several silver bricks before the construction of the Ram Temple. These silver bricks have been stolen. What happened to the money given by Shiv Sena?” the former Maharashtra chief minister asked.Calling it an “insult” to Hindutva, he added, “This is not only a betrayal of Shiv Sena, but also of Hindus in the country.”A former BJP ally, Uddhav Thackeray has been frequently accused by the saffron party of betraying Hindutva following their 2019 split. He later joined hands with the Congress and NCP, long-time political and ideological rivals of his party.An FIR, lodged at the instance of trust member Krishna Mohan, was registered based on the recommendations of a preliminary report by a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government after allegations of misappropriation surfaced on June 7.The eight arrested individuals were involved in counting cash and valuables received as donations at the temple. After their arrest, they were remanded to judicial custody till June 29. Investigators have so far recovered Rs 79.85 lakh.(With PTI inputs)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 MediaVideosSonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over Gaza, Says India’s ‘Silence And Inaction’ Cannot Be ExplainedCoaching Firing Case: Court Stays Khan Sir’s Arrest Till June 30, Hearing Ahead In Firing CaseGiorgia Meloni Reveals ‘Million Votes In New Delhi’ Joke In New Book, Recalls 2023 India WelcomeTrump Likely To Visit India In 2027 As Rubio Hails Modi-Trump Ties, Trade Deal Nears Finish LineIndia Successfully Tests Hydrogen-Powered Train Between Delhi And Jind Ahead Of Commercial LaunchTrump Warns Of 100% Tariffs On Countries Taxing US Tech Firms; Why India Is Unlikely To Be AffectedMission Impossible: Delhi Footpaths Exist Everywhere Except Under Your Feet | WatchWest Bengal Government Plans UCC, Anti-‘Love Jihad’ Law; TMC Calls Move DivisiveUS Court Declines Immediate Dismissal Of Gautam Adani Case, Seeks DOJ Explanation Before RulingTrump says ‘Thank You’ after Hyderabad names road ‘Donald Trump Avenue’; BJP-Congress spar over move123Photostories5 budget-friendly décor ideas for a small balcony you’ll actually want to use7 foods Indian households once made entirely from scratch5 Japanese interior ideas that fit beautifully into indian homesThe biggest dating trend of 2026? Mature singles are saying no to situationshipsWhy Grosvenor Square is one of London’s most historically significant parks: The story behind Mayfair’s famous green spaceUK heatwave: 7 plants that need more attention nowPsychology says relying only on AI for relationship advice may come with hidden downsidesTeachers reveal 7 things parents do that make school harder for children7 forgotten Indian breakfasts people ate before bread became commonHow to clean your bathroom without harsh chemicals: 7 Simple ways to keep it fresh naturally123Hot PicksLewis HamiltonLionel MessiCGPSC SI Prelims 2026FIFA world cup 2026Spain vs UruguayRam Temple DonationNigerian Proverb of the dayUS Strike on IranKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingK BhagyarajMumbai Local Train DeathRam Temple Donation RowFIFA World Cup 2026NFL TradeUS Iran CeasefirePriyanka GandhiSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News
NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday invoked the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and accused the BJP of “betraying Hindus of the country.”He also vowed that the Shiv Sena (UBT) would lead protests to ensure a “BJP-mukt Ram.”“Real Hindutva teaches humanity. We reject your (BJP’s) Hindutva of looting temples. We want a ‘BJP-mukt Ram,’ and Shiv Sena (UBT) will lead such protests,” Thackeray said at a rally in the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency.The constituency is represented by Sanjay Deshmukh, one of six MPs who recently left the Shiv Sena (UBT) to join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, an ally of the BJP.Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray also referred to Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut’s claim that the party had not received a receipt for the Rs 1 crore it had donated to the Ram Temple trust.“We had given several silver bricks before the construction of the Ram Temple. These silver bricks have been stolen. What happened to the money given by Shiv Sena?” the former Maharashtra chief minister asked.Calling it an “insult” to Hindutva, he added, “This is not only a betrayal of Shiv Sena, but also of Hindus in the country.”A former BJP ally, Uddhav Thackeray has been frequently accused by the saffron party of betraying Hindutva following their 2019 split. He later joined hands with the Congress and NCP, long-time political and ideological rivals of his party.An FIR, lodged at the instance of trust member Krishna Mohan, was registered based on the recommendations of a preliminary report by a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government after allegations of misappropriation surfaced on June 7.The eight arrested individuals were involved in counting cash and valuables received as donations at the temple. After their arrest, they were remanded to judicial custody till June 29. Investigators have so far recovered Rs 79.85 lakh.(With PTI inputs)
![Digvijaya Singh cautioned that Mohan Yadav could ultimately be held accountable even if wrongdoing was committed by officials. NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh on Saturday warned incumbent Chief Minister Mohan Yadav that retaining 12 ministerial portfolios was a “big mistake”, saying the concentration of responsibilities could leave him vulnerable if irregularities occurred in any department under his charge.Addressing reporters, Singh cautioned that the chief minister could ultimately be held accountable even if wrongdoing was committed by officials.”Mohan Yadav ji, you have kept as many as 12 departments with yourself. You are making a big mistake… You will get into trouble. An official will commit an error, pocket the money, but you will be the one to get trapped,” he said.Yadav currently oversees the general administration, home, jail, industrial policy and investment promotion, public relations, Narmada Valley development, aviation, mineral resources, public service management and non-resident Indian (NRI) affairs departments, in addition to portfolios not assigned to any other minister.Singh also responded to questions regarding allegations of land purchases involving members of Yadav’s family, saying he was studying the alleged land scam to determine which companies were involved and who else could be implicated.The Congress veteran reminded Yadav of his background, saying, “Chief Minister Yadav is the son of a mill worker, but he would not be spared if he committed any wrongdoing.”Referring to his own tenure as chief minister, Singh said no allegations had surfaced against him during his ten years in office.He claimed that Yadav’s predecessor, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, had examined every file relating to his administration but found no evidence of wrongdoing.”Mohan Yadav ji, you too can investigate. It makes no difference to me. Because I did not hold any department [that could be implicated],” Singh said.In a political message directed at the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Singh also asserted that Congress leaders would not be swayed.”Do not think you can buy us. We are not for sale. We are steadfast and unyielding. Those who were for sale have already left for the BJP. All the Congress members sitting here are steadfast. We are ready to fight,” he added.This comes after media reports surfaced about the land purchase by Yadav’s family and their associated real-estate firms. At least 137 plots covering 168 acres of land in Ujjain were purchased for around Rs 45 crore in the two years since December 2023.The reports also claimed that most of the acquisitions were made in areas that later benefited from government-announced road infrastructure projects and changes in land-use regulations.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh on Saturday warned incumbent Chief Minister Mohan Yadav that retaining 12 ministerial portfolios was a “big mistake”, saying the concentration of responsibilities could leave him vulnerable if irregularities occurred in any department under his charge.Addressing reporters, Singh cautioned that the chief minister could ultimately be held accountable even if wrongdoing was committed by officials.”Mohan Yadav ji, you have kept as many as 12 departments with yourself. You are making a big mistake… You will get into trouble. An official will commit an error, pocket the money, but you will be the one to get trapped,” he said.Yadav currently oversees the general administration, home, jail, industrial policy and investment promotion, public relations, Narmada Valley development, aviation, mineral resources, public service management and non-resident Indian (NRI) affairs departments, in addition to portfolios not assigned to any other minister.Singh also responded to questions regarding allegations of land purchases involving members of Yadav’s family, saying he was studying the alleged land scam to determine which companies were involved and who else could be implicated.The Congress veteran reminded Yadav of his background, saying, “Chief Minister Yadav is the son of a mill worker, but he would not be spared if he committed any wrongdoing.”Referring to his own tenure as chief minister, Singh said no allegations had surfaced against him during his ten years in office.He claimed that Yadav’s predecessor, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, had examined every file relating to his administration but found no evidence of wrongdoing.”Mohan Yadav ji, you too can investigate. It makes no difference to me. Because I did not hold any department [that could be implicated],” Singh said.In a political message directed at the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Singh also asserted that Congress leaders would not be swayed.”Do not think you can buy us. We are not for sale. We are steadfast and unyielding. Those who were for sale have already left for the BJP. All the Congress members sitting here are steadfast. We are ready to fight,” he added.This comes after media reports surfaced about the land purchase by Yadav’s family and their associated real-estate firms. At least 137 plots covering 168 acres of land in Ujjain were purchased for around Rs 45 crore in the two years since December 2023.The reports also claimed that most of the acquisitions were made in areas that later benefited from government-announced road infrastructure projects and changes in land-use regulations.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 MediaVideosFormer CM Gehlot Targets BJP Over Kanhaiya Lal Case, Says Justice Still Eludes FamilySonia Gandhi Slams Modi Govt Over Gaza, Says India’s ‘Silence And Inaction’ Cannot Be ExplainedCoaching Firing Case: Court Stays Khan Sir’s Arrest Till June 30, Hearing Ahead In Firing CaseGiorgia Meloni Reveals ‘Million Votes In New Delhi’ Joke In New Book, Recalls 2023 India WelcomeTrump Likely To Visit India In 2027 As Rubio Hails Modi-Trump Ties, Trade Deal Nears Finish LineIndia Successfully Tests Hydrogen-Powered Train Between Delhi And Jind Ahead Of Commercial LaunchTrump Warns Of 100% Tariffs On Countries Taxing US Tech Firms; Why India Is Unlikely To Be AffectedMission Impossible: Delhi Footpaths Exist Everywhere Except Under Your Feet | WatchWest Bengal Government Plans UCC, Anti-‘Love Jihad’ Law; TMC Calls Move DivisiveUS Court Declines Immediate Dismissal Of Gautam Adani Case, Seeks DOJ Explanation Before Ruling123PhotostoriesFrom the ‘Mahakumbh of Tantrics’ to the sacred red water: 5 fascinating facts about Ambubachi Mela, India’s unique Menstruation FestivalIs your desk snack stash secretly affecting your blood sugar? 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