Arvind Kejriwal Announces Nationwide AAP Campaign Over Ram Temple Donation Row (Watch)

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced on Friday that his party will launch a nationwide signature campaign demanding strict action against individuals allegedly involved in the Ram temple donation theft controversy. Speaking at a press conference, Kejriwal accused the Central government of shielding highly influential figures and called on citizens to collectively voice their concerns regarding the alleged financial irregularities.

The campaign is scheduled to officially launch this coming Sunday following a 'Sundar Kaand' recital organized by the party at Japani Park in Rohini, Delhi. According to party leadership, the initiative will collect public signatures on a formal appeal addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Why Is Arvind Kejriwal Seeking Written Assurances From Automakers Over E20 Fuel? (Watch Video).

AAP Alleges Systemic Cover-Up and High-Level Protection

During his address, Kejriwal claimed that documented evidence of massive financial malpractice is readily available in the public domain but is being ignored by investigative agencies. He targeted the ongoing official inquiry, asserting that current actions are designed to protect major public figures while shifting blame onto lower-level employees.

"Despite all the documents being out in the open, no proper investigation is being conducted, no FIR has been lodged, and no senior officials are being arrested," Kejriwal stated. He added that while eight low-level individuals were apprehended and jailed, those executing larger contracts remain unexamined. The AAP chief further claimed that engineers working on the project reported demands for a 40% commission on construction tenders, adding to allegations of systemic corruption surrounding the temple's development.

Background and Context of the Fund Dispute

The controversy surrounding the management of funds for the Ayodhya temple has steadily intensified over recent weeks, drawing sharp criticism from various opposition parties. The issue first gained major political traction when opposition leaders raised initial allegations concerning land purchases and fund management. Haven't Visited Ayodhya Temple in Last 2.5 Years: Arvind Kejriwal Accuses Amit Shah of Using 'Ram Naam' to Garner Votes.

Kejriwal Targets Center Over Ram Temple 'Donation Theft' Allegations

In response to growing pressure, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was previously constituted to look into the transaction processes. Following this, AAP representatives met with probe officials to submit multiple sets of documents detailing alleged inflated land registries and misuse of public funds. While temple trust officials have maintained that internal audits show no noteworthy discrepancies, the opposition has continued to question the pace and transparency of the official inquiry.

Growing Demands for Judicial Oversight

The Aam Aadmi Party's latest signature drive marks a significant escalation in the demand for an independent judicial probe into the temple's financial transactions. Kejriwal argued that the existing probe functions primarily as an eyewash because it lacks the necessary legal teeth typically granted through a formal First Information Report (FIR).

AAP leaders emphasize that millions of devotees across the country contributed their personal savings toward the temple's construction. The party maintains that a transparent, high-level inquiry is essential to restore public trust and ensure that all resources donated by the public are fully accounted for.

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