With the Kerala High Court deadline looming, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the Sabarimala gold heist case is working diligently. The probe has stirred political tensions between the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). The SIT must submit a crucial report to the High Court by February 9, intensifying scrutiny and sparking allegations of government interference.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, at a recent political event, made remarks linking AICC general secretary K.C. Venugopal to the prime accused in the case. This led to a political backlash and a swift response from Venugopal, who refuted the claims. As the SIT progresses, senior Congress MP Adoor Prakash appeared before the team for questioning.
The investigation has brought attention to a photograph showing Congress leaders with the accused, prompting reactions from various political figures. The SIT is set to record statements from other key individuals involved in the case, including former Devaswom Minister Kadakampally Surendran. Despite some positive observations from the High Court on the probe’s direction, political tensions persist around the issue.
