Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust) released first statement amid donation scam, and said, "We are shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened." "Trust assures those devotees who personally handed over items—such as silver bricks and jewelry—for offering to Lord Ram that they are safe & fully accounted for," it added. The trust also confirmed receiving resignation of General Secretary Champat Rai.