The Vigilance Court has rejected the bail applications filed by Murari Babu in connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case. He had submitted bail pleas in two separate cases, both of which were dismissed by the court.
Meanwhile, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) recorded the statements of the Sabarimala tantri family today. The tantri representatives stated that they were familiar with Unnikrishnan Potti, the prime accused in the case. However, they clarified that the permission granted for repair work on the gold plating of the sanctum structure was based solely on instructions given by temple administrative officials.
In a related development, photographs have surfaced showing prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti standing alongside senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi.
As part of strengthening the investigation, the SIT had earlier decided to collect statements from everyone who held responsibilities at Sabarimala during the time of the theft in 2019. It is in line with this decision that the statements of the tantri family were recorded. They have confirmed knowing the prime accused, Unnikrishnan Potti.
