Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the management of Ram Temple donations as the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust held a meeting to decide its first full-time CEO. 

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday raised concerns over the management of Ram Temple funds, saying he hoped there would be no theft of “Ram Dhan” as the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust met to discuss the appointment of its first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The Trust meeting in Ayodhya was convened to consider three shortlisted candidates recommended by a search committee for the CEO position. The appointment is expected to bring a more structured administrative framework for the management of the temple complex and related operations.

Akhilesh raises questions over temple funds

Reacting to the Trust meeting, Akhilesh Yadav said that the appointment process should ensure transparency and accountability in the management of donations received for the temple.

He referred to earlier allegations regarding irregularities in temple donations and said that the faith of devotees must be protected. The allegations have been a subject of political debate, with the Trust and other parties responding to claims made by opposition leaders. 

Trust moves ahead with CEO selection

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has been working on selecting its first CEO to strengthen administrative operations.

A search committee reviewed applications and shortlisted candidates before submitting recommendations to the Trust. The meeting agenda included consideration of the shortlisted names as well as procedures and responsibilities associated with the CEO post. 

The CEO will be responsible for helping manage the growing administrative requirements of the temple, including operational planning and coordination.

Political debate continues

The issue has triggered a political exchange between opposition leaders and supporters of the temple administration.

While Akhilesh Yadav has demanded transparency over donations and management, the Trust has maintained that temple-related affairs are being handled through established procedures. 

The appointment of the first CEO is being seen as an important administrative step as the Ram temple complex continues to expand and attract devotees.