Ram Temple trust to decide CEO’s powers, no govt. interference: Nripendra Misra
Nripendra Misra, Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee, confirmed that the temple Trust will independently determine the powers of the new CEO. He emphasized that there will be no government interference in the management of the temple.
Why it matters
This clarifies the administrative autonomy of the Ram Temple Trust, addressing concerns regarding the separation of religious management and government oversight.
Ram Temple Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Misra on Sunday (July 12, 2026) stated that the responsibilities and powers of the first-ever Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ayodhya temple will be determined by the temple Trust.
The primary responsibility of the CEO will be to uphold the faith of the devotees in the trust, he said.
“The new CEO will also oversee financial arrangements,” Mr. Misra told reporters in Ayodhya, adding that there won’t be any “government interference” in the functioning of the trust or its CEO.
Mr. Misra added that ensuring that devotees visiting Ayodhya receive all necessary amenities and maintaining their trust in the temple will be among the new CEO’s initial responsibilities.
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