Ayodhya: An emergency meeting of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra is scheduled to take place on July 6 amid the ongoing probe into the allegations of alleged embezzlement of donation funds of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The trust unveiled five key agendas of the meeting. Notably, trust president Mahant Nritya Gopal Das is currently admitted to a hospital in Lucknow. If he is unable to attend the July 6 meeting, uncertainty remains over who will chair this crucial session.
According to the meeting notice issued by the Trust’s Treasurer, Swami Govind Dev Giri, the first item on the agenda will be the consideration of the resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Anil Mishra. The Trust will also be briefed on the SIT’s interim report regarding the counting of donations collected from the Ram Temple’s donation boxes. Future arrangements for temple management will also be discussed. In addition, members will review and approve the income and expenditure accounts for the financial year 2025–26, along with other financial statements.
Key Agendas Of The Meeting:
- Discussion on the resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Dr. Anil Mishra.
- Briefing on the interim report submitted by the SIT regarding the counting of donations collected from temple donation boxes.
- Review of upcoming arrangements for temple administration and management.
- Consideration of names for appointments to vacant positions.
- Decisions on any other important matters with the approval of the Trust President.
Notably, this is the first formal Trust meeting since the alleged Ram Temple donation theft controversy came to light. The decisions taken at this meeting are expected to shape not only the Trust’s leadership but also the temple’s financial management, administrative accountability, and future functioning.
Earlier on Friday, investigators found that the stolen money was allegedly divided near the 14 Kosi Parikrama Marg. The police also managed to recover evidence from the location.
According to reports, Avinash Shukla, who is currently in police remand, was taken to the site for questioning. During the interrogation, the alleged mastermind identified the spot where the stolen cash was reportedly distributed among those involved.
The investigation has also uncovered another startling revelation. Apart from the cash distribution, some valuable items were allegedly hidden at the same location.