Fact Sheet: How the CEO Candidate Shortlist Was Finalized

A fact sheet released by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on September 14 clarifies the entire selection mechanism for its chief executive officer.

• Formation of Search Committee: July 6, 2026. • Applications Received: 5,585 from across India. • Evaluation Methodology: AI‑based preliminary screening followed by manual expert review in three cities – Delhi NCR, Pune, and Sambalpur. • Shortlisted Candidates: 16 individuals invited for direct interviews on August 11‑12, 2026 in Ayodhya. • Notable Participation: Retired Air Marshal Jitendra Misra attended the first interview session on August 11. • Final Report Submission: September 1, 2026. • Public Announcement of Top Three: September 2, 2026 – Jitendra Misra, Sanjay Pratapsinh Vishwas Rao, Shruti Bhardaj.

The Trust categorically denied any claim that Misra missed the interview, presenting documented evidence of his involvement. It affirmed that each stage was fully recorded, the identities of all finalists were verified on‑site, and the overall procedure adhered to the highest standards of transparency and governance. The Trust will continue to provide factual data to any further investigations.