Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Ram Temple Trust Announces New Appointments Amid Donation Controversy
The Ram Temple Trust in Ayodhya has announced new appointments and measures to improve management after some people left their jobs due to allegations of mishandling donations.
They will appoint a spokesperson to talk to the media, a secretary to handle administration, and a nine-member committee to oversee religious rituals.
The trust is also reviewing the process for selecting a new CEO and investigating allegations of irregularities in donation counting.
Despite the controversy, the number of visitors to the temple has not decreased, and the trust is grateful for the continued support.
The Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced new appointments and measures to strengthen management amid donation controversy.
A spokesperson and secretary will be appointed to improve communication and administration.
A nine-member religious committee will oversee traditional rituals at the Ram Temple.
The trust is reviewing the selection process for a new CEO and investigating allegations of irregularities in donation counting.
Despite the controversy, the number of devotees visiting the Ram Temple has not declined.
- Who
- Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust
- What
- Announced new appointments and measures to strengthen management amid donation controversy
- When
- After a meeting on Wednesday
- Where
- Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To address allegations of misappropriation of donations and strengthen temple management
Trust Management
Critics and Allegations
Transparency in Donation Handling
Trust Management
The trust is taking steps to ensure transparency by appointing a spokesperson and secretary, and reviewing the donation counting process.
Critics and Allegations
Critics allege misappropriation of donations and question the trust's handling of the funds.
Role of the State Bank of India
Trust Management
The trust has entered into an agreement with SBI for managing the counting process, ensuring professional oversight.
Critics and Allegations
Some saints are dissatisfied with the bank's role, accusing individuals deployed by the bank of involvement in the theft case.
- Trust
- Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust
- Location
- Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
- Resignations
- Champat Rai (General Secretary and Spokesperson), Anil Mishra (Trustee)
- New Appointments
- Spokesperson, Secretary, 9-member religious committee
- CEO Applicants
- 5,200
- Security Arrangements
- CCTV surveillance system in place