Synopsis: The SIT investigating the Sabarimala temple gold theft recovered gold from Roddam Jewels in Ballari, linked to prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti. The gold, allegedly from the temple’s Dwarapalaka sculptures, was sold to jeweller Govardhan. The SIT seized 476 grams of gold, cash, and coins. Forensic tests are pending to confirm the gold’s origin, with more arrests likely as the multi-state probe continues.

In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing probe into the alleged theft of gold from the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has reportedly recovered gold from Ballari in Karnataka, which is said to be connected with the gold missing from Sabrimala.

The gold was traced to a jewellery shop – Roddam Jewels – owned by businessman Govardhan, who admit

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