Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust Shortlists 18 for CEO Interviews After Donation Allegations
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has shortlisted 18 candidates from over 5,200 applications for its first full-time Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position. The selection follows allegations of donation embezzlement at the Ram temple. Interviews are scheduled for August 11 and 12 in Ayodhya, conducted by a three-member panel including retired Justice Pramod Kohli. Candidates are mostly retired bureaucrats and senior temple officials, with eligibility criteria emphasizing administrative experience, Hindu faith, and age between 50 and 70. The Trust aims to enhance administrative oversight and financial transparency, with the final CEO announcement expected on September 2.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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thetribune broke this story on 10 Aug, 05:27 am. Other outlets followed.