UP SIT to file charge sheet on 25.09.2026 in Ram Temple donation theft case
The case involves allegations of unauthorized removal and misappropriation of donations at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, with the Uttar Pradesh Special Investigation Team (SIT) reporting on the progress of the investigation.
Petitioners: Ajay Kumar Rai & Anr. (in Writ Petition(s)(Criminal) No(s). 241/2026 and Writ Petition(s)(Criminal) No(s). 256/2026); Respondents: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust & Ors. (in Writ Petition(s)(Civil) No(s). 790/2026 and Writ Petition(s)(Civil) No(s). 827/2026); Bench: Hon'ble Chief Justice, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Joymalya Bagchi, Hon'ble Mrs. Justice V. Mohana
- The SIT has completed the investigation into allegations of misappropriation of temple donations.
- The SIT will file the charge sheet on or before 25.09.2026.
- A copy of the charge sheet, after filing, must be provided to the Supreme Court.
- The Court will examine the contents of the charge sheet upon filing.
- Post the matter for further consideration on 02.11.2026.
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| Official title | Ram Temple Donation Theft Case : Will File Chargesheet In 2 Days, UP SIT Tells Supreme Court |
| Source body | Supreme Court of India — orders & judgments |
| Reference number | WP(c) 790/2026; Ajay Kumar Rai and another v. Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Theerth Kshetra |
| Status | closed (order) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Closing date | — |
| Documents | 1 |