India, Oct. 12 -- TDB president PS Prasanth on Saturday said action would be taken against nine officials whose lapses were highlighted by the Board's Vigilance wing during an investigation into loss of gold at the Sabarimala temple.

Speaking to reporters, Prasanth said action had already been initiated against Deputy Devaswom Commissioner (Haripad) B Murari Babu. He was also former TDB administrative officer in Sabarimala.

"Vigilance has identified lapses on the part of nine officials. We have already taken action against Babu. Action against the remaining officials will be decided at the board meeting on October 14," he said.

He added that among those likely to face action are Travancore Devaswom Board secretary Jayashree, executive of...