LUCKNOW: Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, who played a key role in commanding air operations during Operation Sindoor, has been selected as the first Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, on Wednesday.The decorated former Indian Air Force commander retired in April 2026 and will now oversee the temple Trust’s expanding administrative responsibilities.He was among the senior military commanders recognised for leadership during Operation Sindoor. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal on him in recognition of his distinguished service during the operation.The medal is awarded for the highest order of distinguished service during war, conflict or hostilities. It remains one of India’s rarest military decorations. Mishra’s appointment brings to the Trust a senior leader with extensive experience in operational planning, coordination, logistics and managing large formations.In a recent podcast interview, Mishra spoke about the air campaign during Operation Sindoor and explained how Indian forces identified and struck targets deep inside Pakistan. He described how a target located around 314 km away was destroyed after a brief operational instruction to “shoot”.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesWhile discussing the operation, he highlighted the importance of planning, precision, technology and coordination among different arms of the armed forces. Several operational details, however, remain classified.Mishra has roots in Uttar Pradesh. He originally belongs to Bhopatpura in Deoria district, around three hours by road from Ayodhya. He comes from a middle-class family and his father was a lecturer.As CEO, Mishra is likely to oversee day-to-day administration, pilgrim facilities, financial arrangements, staff coordination, security-related coordination and the management of large religious events.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorArvind ChauhanWhen he’s not chasing stories, you’ll likely find him exploring food lanes, indulging in mutton delicacies and sundaes. He is a journalist with a can-do spirit and a flair for compelling storytelling. From railways and aviation to defence, infrastructure, social development and various other diverse beats, his reportage reflects depth. His work has earned him the Times Scribe Award four times.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBihar’s Viral Boy Aditya Raj Exclusive: “I Want to Meet PM Modi & Samrat Choudhary”Amid Nepal Floods, 9-12 Glacial Lakes Flagged ‘Critical’ In Himachal | IIT Mandi | Climate Change’India World’s Best Location’: Goyal Holds Key Data Centre Meet, Eyes $200 Billion InvestmentManipur Violence: Three Naga Villages Attacked, 10 Houses Torched In Fresh Kangpokpi ClashesUnion Minister Chirag Paswan Gets Death Threat From ‘Terrorists’, Office Seeks Enhanced SecurityS-400 vs Project Kusha: Why India Wants More Russian Air Defence Despite Atmanirbharta’Historic Win’: CJP Hails Supreme Court Verdict As Apex Court Quashes FIRs, Sept 5 CancelledMamata Banerjee’s Niece Found Dead In Birbhum Home, Post-Mortem Underway To Establish CauseSonia Gandhi’s ‘Belonging’ Book Row: Why Did Penguin India Drop the Publishing Deal?Centre Defers Census In Manipur Amid NRC Protests123PhotostoriesHere’s why hair colour fades faster during the monsoon10 medicinal plants and flowers that can be easily grown in your balconyInside Mouni Roy’s ultra-luxurious Mumbai home: Grand chandeliers, striking paintings and a stunning living roomFrom Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli to Akshay Kumar-Twinkle Khanna: Bollywood celebrities with stunning balconiesBigg Boss Tamil: From the ‘Oviya wave’ to Divya Ganesh’s wildcard win; a recap of nine memorable seasons of the reality showFever, body ache and cough? What you should do if flu symptoms have already started as H1N1 cases riseTop celebrity hairstylist shares 5 mistakes short-haired girls should avoid during monsoonWhy people put aluminium foil in the dishwasher: What this unusual hack is supposed to do5 things people secretly notice when they first meet a potential partnerInside the Cotswolds: 5 fascinating facts about the golden-stone region where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may find their UK home123Hot PicksMPSC paper leakGATE 2027 registrationSBI PO Prelims resultRam Temple CEOBihar gang-rapeAshutosh RankaSilver rate todayMP Police RecruitmentGDS recruitmentTop TrendingFaridabad Student DeathUS Iran WarSurat Techie DeathAditi PaudelWTC StandingsDisha Salian CaseIndia Post GDS RecruitmentNBA Roster UpdateTom BradyFastest Century in Cricket
LUCKNOW: Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, who played a key role in commanding air operations during Operation Sindoor, has been selected as the first Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, on Wednesday.The decorated former Indian Air Force commander retired in April 2026 and will now oversee the temple Trust’s expanding administrative responsibilities.He was among the senior military commanders recognised for leadership during Operation Sindoor. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal on him in recognition of his distinguished service during the operation.The medal is awarded for the highest order of distinguished service during war, conflict or hostilities. It remains one of India’s rarest military decorations. Mishra’s appointment brings to the Trust a senior leader with extensive experience in operational planning, coordination, logistics and managing large formations.In a recent podcast interview, Mishra spoke about the air campaign during Operation Sindoor and explained how Indian forces identified and struck targets deep inside Pakistan. He described how a target located around 314 km away was destroyed after a brief operational instruction to “shoot”.
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While discussing the operation, he highlighted the importance of planning, precision, technology and coordination among different arms of the armed forces. Several operational details, however, remain classified.Mishra has roots in Uttar Pradesh. He originally belongs to Bhopatpura in Deoria district, around three hours by road from Ayodhya. He comes from a middle-class family and his father was a lecturer.As CEO, Mishra is likely to oversee day-to-day administration, pilgrim facilities, financial arrangements, staff coordination, security-related coordination and the management of large religious events.
