Jagdish Aphale, an IIT Bombay alumnus with an engineering background and long-standing association with the RSS, is appointed the first secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Ayodhya Ram temple) trust. Multiple reports describe the role as part of the trust’s efforts to strengthen day-to-day administration, with Aphale also expected to handle financial processes. The Times of India reports that he will serve as a joint signatory for financial transactions, which is intended to add accountability. It also notes that the appointment comes after recent resignations and amid discussion of alleged irregularities involving donations linked to the temple. Other coverage says the secretary post is newly created following a donation-related controversy and is intended to support internal management. Free Press Journal adds that the appointment follows trust approval and is scheduled for ratification at an upcoming executive committee meeting. Earlier reporting cited in that source describes Aphale’s involvement in the temple’s construction as part of a core engineering team. The developments come as the Supreme Court has monitored a separate investigation-related process involving allegations of embezzlement of donations, with forensic oversight discussed for the probe.
IIT alumnus Jagdish Aphale appointed first secretary of Ayodhya Ram temple trust
Jagdish Aphale, an IIT Bombay alumnus with an engineering background and long-standing association with the RSS, is appointed the first secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Ayodhya Ra...
- Jagdish Aphale is appointed the newly created first secretary of the Ayodhya Ram temple trust.
- Sources describe Aphale as an IIT Bombay alumnus with a BTech in Electrical Engineering and an MTech.
- The appointment is described as linked to efforts to improve the trust’s day-to-day functioning and internal governance.
- Times of India reports Aphale will be a joint signatory for financial transactions, alongside existing officials.
- The appointment is reported to come amid ongoing controversy and scrutiny over alleged donation irregularities tied to the temple.
Jagdish Aphale is linked with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and holds a BTech in Electrical Engineering and an MTech from IIT Bombay
1 hour agoAyodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has appointed senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionary and engineer Jagdish Aphale as its first secretary, a newly created post aimed at strengthening the temple's day-to-day administration. The appointment comes amid the ongoing controversy over the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple. According to reports, Aphale's appointment was approved by the Trust on Wednesday and will be formally ratified at its executive committee meeting scheduled for September 2. Who Is Jagdish Aphale?A native of Pune, Jagdish Aphale is an IIT Bombay alumnus with an academic background in engineering. He holds a BTech in Electrical Engineering and an MTech degree and has worked as a project manager during a long professional career, as reported by The Indian Express.Before returning to India after retirement, Aphale worked with several multinational companies on assignments across Europe and the United States.He also played a major role in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, reportedly serving as part of the core engineering team responsible for executing the project from its foundation to the superstructure. Aphale has been associated with the RSS for several years and is regarded as one of its senior functionaries.Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust Posts Hiring Ad For CEO Position Amid Donation Theft Probe; Know Salary, Eligibility And Deadline First Secretary Post CreatedThe Trust recently created the post of secretary following the alleged donation theft row that triggered a political controversy. Unlike the post of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), which was filled through a public recruitment process with a defined job description, the secretary's appointment was made through a decision of the Trust's executive committee.As secretary, Aphale will oversee the day-to-day functioning of the Trust and report to interim General Secretary Krishna Mohan while serving as an office-bearer. Supreme Court Monitoring ProbeThe appointment comes days after the Supreme Court took note of the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to constitute a four-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by Inspector General of Police Kiran S, to investigate allegations of embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple.A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant directed the state government to include a forensic auditor in the probe team to ensure greater transparency. The court also asked the SIT to submit a status report within two weeks.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Uttar Pradesh government, informed the court that a forensic auditor would be inducted into the investigation team.
3 hours agoJagdish 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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