Viral CCTV Footage Leads to Theft Case Against Temple Employee Over Cash Donations at Ambaji Temple
A viral CCTV video from Ambaji Temple in Gujarat has led to a police case against outsourced employee Chirag Thakor and two other accused for allegedly stealing cash donations. The temple administration filed an official complaint after footage appeared to show currency notes being concealed during the donation counting process. The investigation remains ongoing.
According to the information available, the viral CCTV footage shows Chirag Thakor allegedly hiding currency notes under his feet during the process of counting cash donations collected at Ambaji Temple. The video quickly gained widespread attention, prompting immediate action from the temple administration.
Following the emergence of the footage, the temple administration lodged a formal complaint with the police. Based on the complaint, police registered a case against Chirag Thakor and two other accused in connection with the alleged theft of cash donations from the temple.
REVEALING: Another day, another temple theft under scanner, this time in famed Ambaji Mandir in Gujarat. Viral video shows temple employee hiding currency notes under his feet while counting cash! Three accused have been booked following a complaint by temple administration.… pic.twitter.com/7ka7TNkfFg
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The investigation into the case is currently underway as authorities examine the circumstances surrounding the alleged misappropriation of temple donation funds and the possible involvement of the three accused. Officials are continuing to gather evidence as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The case has drawn significant public attention after the CCTV footage circulated widely on social media, raising serious concerns over the security and accountability of donation handling at one of Gujarat's prominent temples. The police investigation is expected to determine the full extent of the alleged theft and the roles of all those accused.

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