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Ram Temple Trust Treasurer Defends Champat Rai

Champat Rai resigns, trust treasurer defends him, calls decision voluntary

Priya Nair
Priya Nair
Political Editor · Mon, 06 July 2026 at 08:30 pm
Ram Temple Trust Treasurer Defends Champat Rai

A significant development has taken place in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, with the resignation of former general secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra being accepted. This decision comes after a preliminary report was submitted in a donation theft case.

The trust's treasurer, Govind Dev Giri, has come out in defense of Champat Rai, stating that he is 'untainted' in his eyes. Giri described Rai's decision to resign as voluntary, implying that he stepped down of his own accord.

The resignation of Rai and Mishra has led to a change in the trust's leadership, with Krishna Mohan taking over as the interim general secretary. A committee will be formed to recommend a permanent replacement for the position.

The donation theft case has brought attention to the trust's activities, and the resignation of its members has sparked interest in the outcome of the investigation. The trust's decision to accept the resignations and appoint an interim general secretary indicates its commitment to addressing the issue.

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is a significant organization, responsible for the construction and management of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The trust's actions and decisions are closely watched, and this development is likely to have implications for its future activities.

As the investigation into the donation theft case continues, the trust's commitment to transparency and accountability will be closely monitored. The appointment of a new general secretary and the outcome of the investigation will be crucial in determining the trust's next steps and its ability to move forward with its objectives.

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