{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Mahant Shashikant Das Clarifies Stand on Commission Allegations in Ram Mandir Trust Office Construction",
  "summary": "Mahant Shashikant Das of Ram Kachahari Charon Dham Temple has distanced himself from claims made by an engineer alleging a 40 percent commission demand in the Ram Mandir Trust camp office construction.",
  "content": "New Controversy Surrounding Ram Mandir Trust's Camp Office\nThe controversy surrounding the management and construction of the Ram Mandir Trust in Ayodhya has taken a fresh turn following allegations of financial irregularities. Engineer Dinanath Verma has raised serious accusations against Dr. Anil Mishra, a prominent member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Verma alleged that a 40 percent commission was demanded for the construction works associated with the Trust's first camp office, which was originally set up at the Ram Kachahari Charon Dham Temple premises. Following these sensational allegations, the chief priest of the temple has come forward to present his side of the story.\n\nMahant Shashikant Das Distances Himself From Allegations\nResponding to the growing controversy, Mahant Shashikant Das of the Ram Kachahari Charon Dham Temple clarified his position, stating that he has no connection to the dispute or the allegations made by engineer Dinanath Verma. According to the Mahant, his involvement was limited solely to offering space for the noble cause of the temple administration, and he had no role in any financial dealings or construction contracts.\n\nThe Mahant revealed that the then District Magistrate Anuj Jha, Trust General Secretary Champat Rai, and other senior officials of the Trust had approached him with a request. Honoring their appeal, he agreed to hand over his newly constructed building to be used as the Trust's temporary camp office.\n\nSpace Provided Free of Cost, Says Temple Chief\nMahant Shashikant Das emphasized that the premises were provided completely free of charge. Throughout the period the camp office operated from the Ram Kachahari Charon Dham Temple, no rent, fee, or payment of any kind was accepted by him. The temporary office was later relocated to Ramnivas, after which the Trust stopped using his property.\n\nAddressing the claims of the engineer, the Mahant stated that he does not know Dinanath Verma and has never met him. He reiterated that since his role was limited to providing the space without any financial expectations, he has absolutely no knowledge of any subsequent construction activities or the financial transactions associated with them.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: This news highlights the ongoing discussions regarding transparency and administrative accountability in the management of the Ram Mandir Trust.\n• In Ayodhya: At the local level, this controversy underscores the sensitive relationship between temple authorities, local priests, and contractors involved in development projects.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. What are the allegations against Trust member Dr. Anil Mishra?\nEngineer Dinanath Verma has alleged that Dr. Anil Mishra demanded a 40 percent commission for the construction of the Ram Mandir Teerth Kshetra Trust's first camp office.\n\n2. What is Mahant Shashikant Das's stance on this controversy?\nMahant Shashikant Das has distanced himself from the dispute, stating he has no connection to the construction work or any financial transactions.\n\n3. Was any rent paid for the Ram Mandir Trust's camp office?\nNo, Mahant Shashikant Das clarified that he provided the building completely free of charge upon the request of then DM Anuj Jha and General Secretary Champat Rai, and charged no rent.\n\n4. Where is the camp office currently located?\nAfter being moved from the Ram Kachahari Charon Dham Temple premises, the Trust's camp office was shifted to Ramnivas.\n\n5. Does Mahant Shashikant Das know the accuser, Dinanath Verma?\nNo, Mahant Shashikant Das stated that he neither knows Dinanath Verma nor has ever met him.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/uttar-pradesh/ram-mandir-trust-karyalaya-nirmana-men-kamishana-ke-aropon-para-mahnta-shashikant-das-ka-bara-bayana-2055",
  "category": "Uttar Pradesh",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-20",
  "tags": [
    "Ayodhya",
    "Ram Mandir Trust",
    "Mahant Shashikant Das",
    "Dinanath Verma",
    "Champat Rai",
    "Dr Anil Mishra",
    "Ram Kachahari Charon Dham"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}