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Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Named First CEO of Ram Temple Trust

The Ram Temple Trust has appointed Jeetendra Mishra as its first CEO amid donations controversy.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Ram Temple Trust has appointed retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra as its first Chief Executive Officer. This decision comes in the context of ongoing controversy regarding alleged embezzlement of temple donations, which has resulted in the arrest of eight individuals according to reports from the Hindustan Times.

Mishra, who served as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Air Command during Operation Sindoor, mentioned to The Hindu that he was unaware of his selection prior to the announcement, learning about it only through the news.

This appointment marks a significant organizational change for the Ram Temple Trust as it continues to move forward with the temple's development in Ayodhya.

In summary, the trust's recent actions, including Mishra’s appointment, are taking place alongside serious allegations about the financial handling of temple donations.

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