His appointment comes as the Trust replaces key leadership after a donation-related controversy led to eight arrests and Champat Rai’s exit. With Mishra now steering operations, administration, and compliance, the temple’s management is shifting from religious oversight to structured institutional control. It’s not just about faith anymore; it’s about accountability, transparency, and running one of India’s most symbolic institutions like a modern organization. The real question: Can a former military leader bring discipline to a space where tradition and politics often clash? The next few months will tell.