BJP has lost credibility globally due to Ram Temple embezzlement case, says UP Opposition

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. File | Photo credit: PTI

Opposition leaders in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday (July 8, 2026) attacked the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying the state government has completely lost its religious, cultural, political and economic credibility in the wake of allegations of misappropriation of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav said the desecration is affecting Hindu devotees worldwide and leading to withdrawal of funds from global investors.

“The news of theft of offerings and donations from the Ayodhya temple has spread all over the world. Sanatanis living in different countries are ashamed of the bad reputation caused by the actions of the BJP and its allies and are also hurt because they were also sending donations to the temple or offering them in person. This incident has enraged the Sanatan community worldwide as not only the religion but also the injustice of the country is suffering because of the BJP. Yadav said in a post on X..

“Investors all over the world are now withdrawing their funds fearing that a government that has not spared even the donation boxes of its gods will never be able to properly manage our investments. The BJP government has completely lost its religious, cultural, political and economic credibility,” he added.

“PM must accept responsibility”

The Congress also attacked the state government for not taking any action in the matter. Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee President Ajay Rai has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding accountability.

“The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya is the supreme symbol of faith, devotion and cultural consciousness of millions of Indians. The historic ceremony of construction, inauguration and consecration of the temple was completed by your hands and you and your government presented it to the nation as a great national achievement,” he said in his letter. “At a time when there are serious questions about temple offerings, financial management and administrative procedures, the people of the country naturally expect similar clarity, transparency and accountability from you. Along with taking credit for the construction of the temple, you should also accept responsibility for the theft of offerings… In a democracy, credit for achievements and institutional accountability go hand in hand,” he added.

Mr Rai told The Hindu that he had also sent a detailed letter to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath demanding an independent forensic and financial probe. However, no effective action has been initiated so far, he said.

“Many government officials and political spokespeople seem to be more active in media accusations and diversionary tactics against the opposition than in answering basic questions, which naturally deepens public suspicion. The Chief Minister has not taken effective action. The Uttar Pradesh government is the primary body responsible for temple security, law and order and administrative coordination,” he said, adding that they should respond immediately, they should respond.

Published – 08 Jul 2026 16:30 IST