Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Over 2,300 Apply for CEO of Ram Mandir
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is looking for a new CEO to help manage the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
They received over 2,300 applications for the job.
A special committee will pick the best candidates based on their experience and skills.
The new CEO will help run the temple better and make sure everything is fair and transparent.
This comes after some people were caught stealing donations.
The Trust is also making other changes to improve how things are run.
Over 2,357 applications received for the CEO position of Ram Mandir.
A three-member committee will screen applications based on qualifications and integrity.
Selected candidates will undergo interviews, with three finalists presented to the Trust.
The CEO will oversee administration, pilgrim facilities, and coordination with various committees.
The Trust is implementing reforms following a high-profile donation theft case.
- Who
- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust
- What
- Appointment of a CEO for Ram Mandir
- When
- Applications submitted by 18 July 2026
- Where
- Ayodhya, India
- Why
- To restore transparency and public confidence after a donation theft case
Trust Reforms
Critics of Transparency
Trust's Efforts
Trust Reforms
The Trust is implementing reforms to restore transparency and public confidence.
Critics of Transparency
Critics argue that the reforms are insufficient and more needs to be done.
- Number of Applications
- 2,357
- Last Date for Submissions
- 18 July 2026
- Selection Committee Members
- Retired Justice Pramod Kohli, Retired Lieutenant General Vishnukant Chaturvedi, Suresh Haware
- Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree, age between 50 and 70 years, 20 years of managerial experience
- Service Contract Duration
- Three years, renewable based on performance
- Amount Recovered from Theft
- ₹79.85 lakh