According to the government, they have nothing like a monetization program in mind regarding the gold that is stored by temples. In an interview held on Tuesday, the Finance Ministry clarified that rumors and speculations on this matter were entirely baseless.

The Finance Ministry clarified that no plan like this was envisaged by the government at all to implement a monetization program regarding gold stored in the temples. These rumors were misleading and untrue. The Finance Ministry also refuted the claim of counting gold plating in the domes or other parts of the temple as a part of India’s strategic gold reserve. Spreading unverified information creates unnecessary confusion and can mislead the public.

The government has urged all citizens to rely only on official communications issued through authorized channels. Any information related to policy decisions or government schemes will be shared through official press releases, government websites, and verified public communication platforms. It is important to ensure that the public receives accurate and reliable information.

It was necessary to refute these rumors because they were causing unnecessary anxiety and confusion among the public. Spreading misinformation on sensitive matters related to religious institutions can impact social harmony. The government has sent a clear message that such misleading news has no basis.