The Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft case took a new turn on September 21, 2026. The Supreme Court was told that 105 alleged donation theft incidents were captured on temple CCTV during the investigation. The information came from the Special Investigation Team (SIT) report.Key HighlightsCCTV footage showed 105 alleged donation theft incidents.The SIT investigation was reported to be nearing completion.A charge sheet was expected to be filed by September 25.Eight accused persons are in custody in the case.What Did the SIT Report Say?The Ram Temple donation theft CCTV findings were presented before the Supreme Court during the hearing. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta referred to the SIT report and shared details of the investigation with the court.According to the report, investigators studied CCTV footage, witness statements and other material to identify people linked to the alleged theft. The court took the information on record.The report said that 105 donation theft incidents were identified through CCTV footage. The investigation relates to alleged theft and misuse of donations at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.Charge Sheet Expected SoonThe Solicitor General told the Supreme Court that the investigation was close to completion. The charge sheet was expected to be filed by September 25.The court directed the magistrate to deal with the charge sheet according to the law. The petitioners had also asked for a copy of the SIT report. The Supreme Court did not provide the report at this stage.“The SIT investigation is nearing completion and the charge sheet will be filed by September 25.”The court is continuing to monitor developments in the Ayodhya Ram Temple theft case.Eight People in CustodyEight people have been arrested in the case. The FIR followed an investigation into alleged theft and misuse of donations received at the temple. Earlier reports said several of those named were linked to the process of counting cash and valuables.The case has also led investigators to examine the temple's cash-handling process, CCTV monitoring and other security systems. The SIT had earlier reported concerns about procedures used to handle donations.What Happens Next?The next major step is the filing and legal review of the charge sheet. The court will consider the investigation and further legal action under the law.The Ram Mandir donation theft case remains under legal process. Claims against the accused will be decided through the appropriate court proceedings. The 105 CCTV incidents are part of the evidence described to the Supreme Court in the latest hearing. Also Read :Ayodhya Ram Temple Donation Investigation: Latest SIT Findings
