Nripendra Misra was key architect of Ram Temple execution: Champat Rai
TNN | Aug 21, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
LUCKNOW: A detailed note issued by Champat Rai, former general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, has highlighted the pivotal role played by former principal secretary to Prime Minister, Nripendra Misra, in the construction and execution of the Ram Temple project in Ayodhya.
The note, released by Rai in Ayodhya on Aug 18, portrays Misra as the key administrator who was instrumental in taking crucial decisions related to temple construction, infrastructure development and creation of facilities for devotees.
The senior VHP functionary recalled the important events leading to the construction of the temple while lauding the efforts of the people who made the journey successful.
As the president of the construction committee, Misra took crucial decisions facilitating construction work under by bringing experts from various fields on board.
Rai’s note credits Misra with selecting prominent construction companies such as Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Consulting Engineers (TCE) after due deliberations. It also notes that architect Chandrakant Sompura, who had originally been chosen for the temple design in 1986, was retained for the project, while other agencies were engaged for designing associated structures within the complex.
The document says Misra coordinated with experts, engineers and consultants throughout the construction process and sought advice whenever technical challenges emerged. It describes him as the principal architect who was responsible for ensuring the large-scale stone temple project progressed smoothly from its launch in 2020 to its completion even during tough times of the Covid pandemic.
Beyond the main temple, Misra also shared his views on the development of the overall 70acre-wide complex, including visitor facilities, supporting infrastructure and the Ramkatha museum. Misra initiated discussions with Uttar Pradesh govt that enabled the trust to secure the Ramkatha museum building for redevelopment, stated Rai.
He subsequently appointed experts to oversee the museum project and coordinated with multiple agencies involved in its restoration and expansion. The museum is expected to be opened to visitors in 2027, the note added.
The nine-page letter also focused on Rai’s journey from the time work began on the ground.
The former general secretary, who stepped down from his position when the donation row erupted, recollected the incidents and his personal experiences during the Ram temple movement.
“Ram Temple in Ayodhya is the only religious shrine where services are offered to the devotees without any fees. Rai has also briefly mentioned the key services that are being provided by the trust to the visitors to ensure they face minimum inconvenience,” said Prakash Sharma, former national convener of Bajrang Dal and one of Rai’s close confidants.
The note, released by Rai in Ayodhya on Aug 18, portrays Misra as the key administrator who was instrumental in taking crucial decisions related to temple construction, infrastructure development and creation of facilities for devotees.
The senior VHP functionary recalled the important events leading to the construction of the temple while lauding the efforts of the people who made the journey successful.
As the president of the construction committee, Misra took crucial decisions facilitating construction work under by bringing experts from various fields on board.
Rai’s note credits Misra with selecting prominent construction companies such as Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Consulting Engineers (TCE) after due deliberations. It also notes that architect Chandrakant Sompura, who had originally been chosen for the temple design in 1986, was retained for the project, while other agencies were engaged for designing associated structures within the complex.
The document says Misra coordinated with experts, engineers and consultants throughout the construction process and sought advice whenever technical challenges emerged. It describes him as the principal architect who was responsible for ensuring the large-scale stone temple project progressed smoothly from its launch in 2020 to its completion even during tough times of the Covid pandemic.
Beyond the main temple, Misra also shared his views on the development of the overall 70acre-wide complex, including visitor facilities, supporting infrastructure and the Ramkatha museum. Misra initiated discussions with Uttar Pradesh govt that enabled the trust to secure the Ramkatha museum building for redevelopment, stated Rai.
He subsequently appointed experts to oversee the museum project and coordinated with multiple agencies involved in its restoration and expansion. The museum is expected to be opened to visitors in 2027, the note added.
The nine-page letter also focused on Rai’s journey from the time work began on the ground.
The former general secretary, who stepped down from his position when the donation row erupted, recollected the incidents and his personal experiences during the Ram temple movement.
“Ram Temple in Ayodhya is the only religious shrine where services are offered to the devotees without any fees. Rai has also briefly mentioned the key services that are being provided by the trust to the visitors to ensure they face minimum inconvenience,” said Prakash Sharma, former national convener of Bajrang Dal and one of Rai’s close confidants.