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May 10, 2026
an already raging political controversy. Based on the Devaswom Board’s Vigilance Department’s submission, the Kerala High Court observed that there is a “clear and serious possibility” that the original gold coverings on the Dwarapalaka idols at the temple were sold, and the proceeds were misused.
The court noted that Unnikrishnan Potty, who had sponsored the gold plating of the Dwarapalaka idols in 2019, had expressed a desire to use the leftover “gold remnants” for a wedding after completing the gold plating work. The court further stated that there is a clear and serious possibility that the original gold-adorned Dwarapalaka idols were sold to an interested buyer for a substantial amount, and the funds received were misused by the individuals responsible for the fraud.
The controversy has also taken a political turn, with the Congress-led opposition alliance, the United Democratic Front (UDF), intensifying its protests in the Kerala Assembly on Tuesday. For the second consecutive day, Opposition members disrupted proceedings, demanding the resignation of Devaswom Minister VN Vasavan over alleged irregularities.
As soon as the Question Hour began, opposition legislators raised slogans and waved placards inside the Assembly. Leader of the Opposition V D Satheesan reiterated the UDF’s demand for the minister’s resignation, accusing the government of shielding those responsible for the alleged gold discrepancies.•
