Kerala SIT Links Former TDB Officials to Sabarimala Gold Misappropriation Case
The Kerala High Court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT) has uncovered evidence implicating former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) officials, including ex-president P S Prasanth and member A Ajikumar, along with others, in the alleged misappropriation of gold from Sabarimala temple's door frames and guardian idols. The investigation revealed a criminal conspiracy involving the transport of gold-clad idols to Chennai for replating under false pretenses in 2019 and 2025. The SIT continues its probe under judicial oversight, with authorities affirming independent and impartial proceedings.
First-hand measurement across 11 sources
We measured how 11 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans centre-left overall (Left 54%, Centre 40%, Right 6%). Overall sentiment is negative (33/100). Lens Score 73/100 — high public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
- thenewsminute— left-leaning framing, negative sentiment
- news18— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
- news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- opindia— left-leaning framing, negative sentiment
- news18— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
- economictimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
- indiatoday— left-leaning framing, negative sentiment
AI Analysis
The article group presents perspectives primarily from official sources, including Kerala government ministers and the judiciary, emphasizing the judicially supervised investigation. Coverage includes statements from ruling party officials denying political interference and opposition figures implicated in the case. The framing focuses on legal processes and accountability without overt political commentary, reflecting a balance between government assurances and scrutiny of involved individuals.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to serious, focusing on the ongoing investigation and legal developments without sensationalism. Statements from officials stress impartiality and due process, while reports detail allegations and evidence objectively. The sentiment reflects concern over the alleged misconduct but maintains a factual and measured approach consistent with judicial proceedings.