Kerala HC seeks explanation from TDB on retention of two officials
The Kerala High Court has demanded an explanation from the Travancore Devaswom Board regarding the long-term retention of two officials involved in a procurement scandal at the Sabarimala temple. The court previously mandated a one-year limit for such administrative postings.
Why it matters
It highlights judicial oversight in the management of religious institutions to prevent corruption and ensure administrative transparency.
The Kerala High Court has sought an explanation from the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) on the continued retention of two senior officials while considering alleged irregularities in the procurement of Ashtabhishekam pooja materials at the Sabarimala temple on Friday (June 19, 2026).
The article reports on court directives and administrative facts neutrally.
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