Dehradun, May 27 -- Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) on Wednesday constituted a committee to investigate allegations that its funds were misused for accommodations, meals, and helicopter rides for political leaders and their associates.

The inquiry committee includes finance officer Hem Kandpal, executive engineer Vipin Tiwari,law officer SS Barkhal, and chief administrative officer Ranjan Naithani.

"News is circulating on social media regarding the payment of various accommodation and food bills for distinguished guests through the temple committee. The concerned dignitaries have also denied this... A departmental committee is being formed to investigate the matter impartially and verify it," the BKTC order said.

The commit...