Kumar Bahukhandi
Krishna Mohan, the newly appointed interim General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, who will oversee the Trust’s affairs following the resignation of Champat Rai-Photo Credit-channel24india.com( File Photo )
Key Factors
- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust accepts the resignations of Champat Rai and Anil Mishra.
- Krishna Mohan, a retired IFS officer and Trust member, assumes responsibility for the Trust’s day-to-day administration on an interim basis.
- A special three-hour Trust meeting was held under tight security inside the Ram Mandir complex.
- Trust leadership has pledged stronger financial oversight and greater transparency in handling devotees’ donations.
- Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has called for stringent action against those found guilty in the donation theft case.
Leadership reshuffle follows internal action over donation theft case; Trust vows stricter oversight and transparency
Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has initiated a major administrative change by accepting the resignations of its General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Anil Mishra in connection with the ongoing donation theft case involving the Ram Mandir.
The Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, where the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust convened its emergency meeting on Monday July 6, 2026 to announce key administrative changes-Photo Credit-channel24india.com( File Photo )
The decision was taken during a special meeting of the Trust, which lasted nearly three hours and was held under heightened security within the Ram Mandir complex. Following the deliberations, Trust Treasurer Govind Dev Giri announced that senior Trust member Krishna Mohan has been entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Trust’s day-to-day affairs until a permanent arrangement is made.
Addressing the media after the meeting, Govind Dev Giri described the alleged theft of devotees’ offerings as an unfortunate incident that had deeply saddened the Trust. He reiterated that every possible step would be taken to strengthen transparency and maintain the faith of millions of devotees associated with the temple.
Who is Krishna Mohan?
Krishna Mohan is a retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer and a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. He was inducted into the Trust after the passing of trustee Kameshwar Chaupal and has since been actively involved in its activities. With years of administrative experience in public service, Krishna Mohan has now been assigned the additional responsibility of overseeing the Trust’s operations during this transitional period.
Special Trust Meeting Under Enhanced Security
The high-level meeting was attended by seven permanent members of the Trust, including its President Mahant Nritya Gopal Das. According to officials, former General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Anil Mishra did not participate in the proceedings.
Given the sensitivity of the matter, extensive security arrangements were put in place around the Ram Mandir premises. Vehicular movement in the vicinity was restricted, and the meeting venue was shifted from Mani Ram Das Chhavni to the Trust’s guest house inside the temple complex.
Focus on Accountability
Trust President Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has expressed serious concern over the alleged misappropriation of devotees’ donations and called for the strongest legal action against anyone found responsible. The Trust has also indicated that it will review and further strengthen its financial management and donation monitoring systems to ensure greater accountability and safeguard public trust.
The leadership transition is expected to ensure administrative continuity while the Trust works alongside investigating agencies and undertakes institutional reforms aimed at enhancing transparency in the management of temple donations.
