VACB arrests contractor for diverting 11,000 kg of Milma ghee from Sabarimala
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) arrested a contractor for allegedly diverting 11,000 kg of ghee intended for the Sabarimala temple. The accused replaced the high-quality product with cheaper alternatives to illicitly gain 50 lakh rupees.
Why it matters
This case highlights corruption in the supply chain of religious institutions and the potential health and quality risks associated with fraudulent procurement.
VACB arrests contractor for diverting 11,000 kg of Milma ghee from Sabarimala left Image for representation. Getty Images https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/qtpzrn/article71620247.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/iStock-1377055039.jpg Kiran Thakur Clarified Liquid Butter also known as Shudh Desi Ghee in India closeup background The VACB finds that the original ghee meant for Sabarimala was diverted to two firms in Tamil Nadu and replaced with a cheaper product that was subsequently supplied to the temple PATHANAMTHITTA The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) has arrested a Kollam native for allegedly diverting about 11,000 kg of Milma ghee meant for Sabarimala and replacing it with a cheaper product. The arrested person, S.S. Binu, had been awarded the contract to transport ghee to the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple during the previous pilgrimage season. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) had contracted Milma to supply ghee for preparing the key offerings at the hill temple.
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