VACB Records Statements of Mohanlal, Dileep in Sabarimala Flag Mast Investigation

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) is investigating alleged misappropriation of gold and funds related to the 2017 installation of a new flag mast at Kerala's Sabarimala shrine. Statements have been recorded from film actors Mohanlal and Dileep, among 27 donors, as well as other prominent figures. The Kerala High Court has directed the VACB to complete the inquiry within 30 days. The Travancore Devaswom Board report notes that the project was funded by Phoenix Infrastructure Pvt Ltd and involved gold purchases and donations totaling over 9.5 kilograms.