Appointments 03 September 2026
Retd Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra Named First CEO of Ram Mandir
Why in the News?
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has appointed retired Indian Air Force Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya to streamline its administration and daily operations.
Key Features / Major Points:
Historic Appointment: Former Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra will oversee daily temple operations, pilgrim amenities, and inter-agency coordination.
Selection Process: The Trust approved his name from a three-candidate panel recommended by a specialized selection committee.
Military Experience: Commissioned in 1986 as a fighter pilot, he served nearly four decades in the IAF and held prestigious roles including Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Air Command.
Key Role in Operations: He possessed crucial leadership responsibilities during Operation Sindoor while heading the strategically vital Western Air Command.
Static GK Facts:
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust: Formed: February 5, 2020 | Chairman: Mahant Nritya Gopal Das | General Secretary: Swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj.
Ayodhya: Located on the banks of the Saryu River (Uttar Pradesh).
Air Marshal Rank in IAF: 3-Star Flag Officer rank.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya?
A: Retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra
Q: On the banks of which river is the historic city of Ayodhya situated?
A: Saryu River
Q: In which year was the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust officially constituted?
A: 2020