Ayodhya, July 2 -- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust member Mahant Dinendra Das Maharaj on Thursday came out in support of former Trust General Secretary Champat Rai amid the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement controversy, asserting that Rai has "never said bad about anyone" and had always worked with complete transparency in the service of Lord Ram.

Speaking to ANI, Mahant Dinendra Das Maharaj said he had known Champat Rai for over 15 years and had never witnessed any wrongdoing on his part.

"I have been in contact with him for 15 years. Champat Rai is serving Ramlalla with heart, mind, and wealth. He never speaks ill of anyone in his life. Even if one rupee comes, he also gives it to Ramlalla. If anything happens, he tel...