Ayodhya police are continuing an investigation into alleged theft and mismanagement of donations related to the Ram Temple, run by a Special Investigation Team. The probe involves eight individuals named in a case and placed in judicial custody. Authorities say they have traced a cash trail exceeding Rs 77 lakh across suspects, with a reported recovery list led by Avinash Shukla, who is linked to Rs 20.39 lakh. Police interrogate Shukla in district jail and examine CCTV footage that allegedly shows him being escorted with a bag. Investigators are also reviewing other evidence uncovered during searches, including cash, gold, and a QR-coded donation box. Police assert that the alleged modus operandi involved hiding stolen cash in temple washrooms and exploiting CCTV blind spots to move funds out. The investigation includes questioning staff and reconstructing the timeline and route of the money, as well as assessing whether the alleged embezzled funds were invested. Authorities also plan to examine the role of approximately 400 private security personnel in the overall handling of the area and movement of donations.