Congress Slams VHP Over Alleged Manipulation of Hindus in Ram Temple Donation Controversy

New Delhi – In a heated statement released on Tuesday, the Congress party lashed out at the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), alleging that the organization is deliberately playing on the sentiments of Hindus to mask what it calls a “theft” of contributions meant for the Ram Temple project.

Congress leaders argued that the VHP’s recent rallies and public pronouncements, which paint donors as victims of a grand conspiracy, are nothing more than emotional manipulation. “When you turn faith into a weapon, you betray the very people you claim to represent,” one senior spokesperson said, adding that the party will push for a transparent probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds.

The controversy stems from reports that a sizeable chunk of money collected from devotees for the Ram Temple’s construction has not reached the designated accounts. While the VHP insists that the donations are under strict scrutiny and that any discrepancies are administrative, Congress has seized on the issue to question the group’s credibility.

VHP officials, for their part, dismissed the Congress remarks as politically motivated. In a brief response, they claimed the accusations “lack any factual basis” and warned that such statements could inflame communal tensions at a delicate time.

Political analysts note that the clash is likely to intensify as the Ram Temple project approaches critical milestones. The debate touches on larger themes – the role of religious bodies in fundraising, accountability mechanisms, and the fine line between devotional fervour and political exploitation.

Meanwhile, donors and ordinary citizens are left navigating a confusing landscape of accusations, promises of transparency, and calls for justice. Whether the issue will lead to a formal inquiry or remain a partisan tug‑of‑war remains to be seen.