Ram Temple Trust seeks first CEO on 3-year contract; age limit 50-70

The Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirath Kshetra Trust has initiated a search for its first chief executive officer (CEO), aiming to professionalize the management of the Ram Mandir complex. This significant step comes in the wake of recent allegations of embezzlement of donations, which have cast a shadow over the temple's image.

The trust announced the vacancy on Monday, inviting applications from individuals aged between 50 and 70. Candidates must possess a graduation degree and at least 20 years of managerial experience in a large public organization, government department, or company. Preference will be given to those with prior experience as a chief administrative officer at a temple. The successful candidate will be hired on a three-year contract.

The newly appointed CEO will be responsible for the overall administration, management, and day-to-day functioning of the Ram Mandir complex, reporting to the trust's general secretary. This initiative is seen as crucial for strengthening the trust's management, as stated by Ram temple construction committee chairman Nripendra Misra, who emphasized the need to guard against any repeat of alleged donation theft.

A three-member committee, comprising retired judge Pramod Kohli, retired army Lt Gen Vishnukant Chaturvedi, and former NIT Raipur chairperson Suresh Haware, has been formed to shortlist potential candidates. The trust plans to finalize the appointment from a shortlist of three candidates. The role is expected to be pivotal in ensuring the Ram Mandir operates as a world-class pilgrimage center with high standards of transparency and service.

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This is now an issue about temple management, and it would surely be improved to guard against a repeat of this alleged donation theft.