The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, currently navigating a tempest of controversy, has announced a pivotal leadership transition. Esteemed trustee Krishna Mohan has been named the interim general secretary, a critical appointment following the high-profile resignations of former general secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra. These departures unfolded amidst grave allegations concerning the embezzlement of sacred donations, plunging the Trust into an urgent mission to rebuild the unwavering faith of millions of devotees.
Ram Temple Trust Treasurer Govind Dev Giri confirmed that Krishna Mohan, a figure of seasoned experience, has been vested with this crucial additional responsibility. He will serve in this interim capacity until Bajrang Bagra, designated as the new general secretary, officially assumes the post. Mohan’s immediate task is formidable: to meticulously address systemic shortcomings and implement robust measures designed to restore the confidence of the devout populace.
Meet Krishna Mohan: The Interim General Secretary
Who is the man tasked with steadying the ship during this tumultuous period? Krishna Mohan, aged 73, stands as a permanent trustee of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. His distinguished career includes service as a retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer. A native of Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, Mohan joined the Trust in September 2025, succeeding the late Kameshwar Chaupal. His academic journey saw him graduate from Lucknow University, subsequently contributing his expertise to the Atomic Energy Department before transitioning to the IFS.
Since 2025, Mohan has been deeply immersed in the administrative mechanisms of the Trust. Now, with the weight of interim general secretary upon his shoulders, he speaks with a clear vision. He acknowledged “certain shortcomings” within the Trust’s operational framework, vulnerabilities that, regrettably, others exploited. His “primary endeavour,” he asserts, will be to decisively “plug the loopholes and rectify errors.”
Krishna Mohan further emphasized his unwavering commitment to justice. “Anyone found guilty in this matter, we will insist and remain firm in our insistence that they receive appropriate punishment in accordance with justice,” he declared, as quoted by news agency ANI. He deeply understands the profound anguish caused to Lord Ram’s devotees by the alleged misappropriation of temple donations, pledging the Trust’s utmost effort to prevent any recurrence of such incidents.
Why the Resignations?
The catalyst for these sweeping changes was Champat Rai’s resignation on moral grounds, tendered after the surfacing of donation theft allegations. This led to the arrest of eight individuals, including his driver, Ramashankar Yadav alias Tinnu. Trustee Anil Mishra also stepped down. While both individuals were linked to the donation theft controversy, it is noteworthy that no criminal case has yet been registered against either of them.
In response to the scandal, the Uttar Pradesh government swiftly initiated a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe. Investigators theorize that members of the alleged racket meticulously studied the donation counting centre’s layout, carefully noting CCTV camera positions, entry/exit points, and staff routines. As Krishna Mohan assumes charge, the Trust faces the arduous but essential task of restoring integrity and ensuring unwavering accountability.
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