Why a popular Hindu temple in India is mired in gold theft row

A famous Hindu temple in southern India, Sabarimala, has been hit by a gold theft scandal, involving gold-clad idols being stripped of their covering. This controversy has shocked devotees and attracted headlines, given the temple's popularity among pilgrims. The Kerala High Court has formed a special investigation team, leading to arrests, with ongoing court hearings to resolve the case involving missing gold from the temple.