In race to become Ram Temple Trust's first CEO, retired bureaucrats dominate applicant pool
The criteria also allow serving government officers in their final two years of service, retired officers and eligible private-sector professionals to apply.

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The criteria also allow serving government officers in their final two years of service, retired officers and eligible private-sector professionals to apply.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has named Jagdish Aphale as secretary to oversee daily administration as part of its administrative restructuring.
Jagdish Aphale, an IIT Bombay alumnus, has been appointed the Ayodhya Ram temple trust's first secretary. He will also serve as a joint signatory for financial transactions, enhancing accountability. This appointment follows recent resignations and alleged donation theft issues. Aphale previously supervised construction at the temple complex for nearly four years. His integration into the trust's internal processes has been ongoing for two weeks.
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Over 5,300 apply for Ram Temple CEO post amid donation row; 18 shortlisted
The 18 shortlisted candidates reached Ayodhya late on Monday and were instructed to not talk to media during their stay in the city.
Eighteen people have been called for an interview in Ayodhya from a poll of 5,200 applicants; the shortlist of candidates and criteria for selection should be made public, the former IPS officer says
The 18 candidates who were shortlisted from a pool of 5,200 applicants were also asked about their work experience and their families.
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18 candidates have been shortlisted from over 5,000 applicants
Amid the allegations of donation theft, 18 candidates have been shortlisted from a pool of over 5,200 applicants for the position of full-time CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya
A total of 5,585 applications were received initially for Ram Mandir CEO post.
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Mishra said his 43 years in uniform taught him discipline, integrity and teamwork, which he hopes to bring to the new role.
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