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Ram Temple Trust Meets Amid Embezzlement Claims; Rai, Mishra Resign

Two trust members resign as allegations of embezzlement surface during a meeting of the Ram Temple Trust.

Culture desk
NRI HeraldJuly 6, 2026
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Ram Temple Trust meeting amid embezzlement claims; culture and faith

The Ram Temple Trust in Ayodhya held a meeting on Tuesday amid allegations of financial mismanagement. Two key members, Champat Rai and Anil Mishra, submitted their resignations during the session.

The resignations came after discussions over claims of embezzlement within the trust, which oversees the construction of the Ram temple. The meeting was convened to address the allegations and review the trust's financial records.

Champat Rai served as the general secretary of the trust, while Anil Mishra was a trustee. Their departures mark a significant development in the temple's administrative affairs.

The trust has not yet announced replacements for the two members or commented on the specific nature of the embezzlement claims. Further meetings are expected to address the governance of the temple project.

Culture desk · July 6, 2026
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