JEETENDRA MISHRA IAF
From Op Sindoor to flying NEET papers & Ram Mandir: How the Indian Air Force became a go-to force in times of crisis
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, a veteran of the Indian Air Force, takes charge as the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust after a distinguished 43-year career in the IAF. His service included critical assignments, including the secure transportation of sensitive NEET-UG examination papers across the country. His experience in major operations, including Operation Sindoor, brings extensive leadership, strategic and crisis-management expertise to his new role at the Ram Mandir Trust.
Who is Jeetendra Mishra? Retired Air Marshal, Kargil veteran & Operation Sindoor hero selected as Ram temple trust’s CEO
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra will lead the Ram Mandir trust as its first chief executive officer (CEO). He was awarded the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal for his distinguished service during Operation Sindoor. Mishra brings decades of military experience in strategic planning, operations and coordination to his new administrative role. The trust also appointed three new trustees at a recent meeting in Ayodhya.
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra assumes command of IAF's Western Air Command on New year
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has assumed command of the IAF's Western Air Command, overseeing India's western borders. Mishra, a highly experienced fighter pilot with over 3000 flying hours, takes over from Air Marshal Pankaj Mohan Sinha after his retirement, bringing decades of expertise to the role.