Kerala High Court Orders Vigilance Probe into Alleged Ghee Sale Misappropriation at Sabarimala

The Kerala High Court has ordered a vigilance probe into the alleged misappropriation of over Rs 35 lakh from the sale of 'Adiya Sishtam Ghee' at the Sabarimala temple, managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB). The court directed the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau to investigate systemic failures and employee misconduct over a period of less than two months, highlighting missing funds and stock shortages. One employee has been suspended, and the investigation team must report progress within a month. The case raises concerns about deeper, long-term irregularities and administrative oversight.