Cash Meant for Babri Masjid Donation Reportedly Seized from Suspended TMC MLA’s Residence, Viral Video Triggers Transparency Debate
A large sum of money reportedly meant as a donation for the Babri Masjid was found at suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir’s home, with viral footage of officials counting the cash raising questions over transparency and legality. Authorities have yet to comment as the incident fuels a broader debate on handling religious donations.
According to initial information, the money was recovered during an inspection at Kabir’s premises, though officials have not yet issued a formal statement on whether the collection or its custody violated any legal provisions. The circulation of the footage has fueled speculation regarding the source of the funds and the purpose behind keeping such a large donation amount outside any institutional or trust-based system.
The administration has so far refrained from clarifying whether an investigation has begun, while law enforcement agencies have not publicly addressed the authenticity of the viral footage or confirmed the exact sums involved. Meanwhile, political observers note that the discovery comes at a sensitive time, given broader public expectations around accountability in handling contributions meant for religious causes.
The incident has amplified calls for greater transparency in donation management, especially when public faith-based contributions are involved. As authorities face growing pressure to clarify the circumstances surrounding the cash haul, the episode has sparked a wider discussion on the systems—or lack thereof—governing the collection, safeguarding, and utilization of funds intended for religious institutions.

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