Sanjay Raut Defends Opposition Over Ram Temple Donation Allegations

Raut dismissed the government’s narrative, arguing that his party’s focus remains strictly on the reported disappearance of valuables, including ornaments and religious artifacts from the Ram Temple. He questioned the definition of Hindutva being employed by his critics, suggesting that those who oversaw the alleged mismanagement are shielding themselves behind religious labels. The controversy over temple finances has become a central point of contention during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, with the Opposition demanding transparency.

Addressing broader political friction, Raut also defended Rahul Gandhi against BJP claims of selective activism regarding student protests. While the BJP pointed to Gandhi's focus on Jantar Mantar over Jharkhand, Raut maintained that the Opposition remains engaged with youth issues and respects the autonomy of local movements. He further challenged RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to expand his recent outreach to Gen Z by engaging with students who faced police action at Jantar Mantar. According to Raut, true dialogue with the younger generation requires listening to those enduring hardship rather than curated interactions.