Huge Gathering in Ayodhya for Ram Temple, Traffic Mayhem Ensues
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Synopsis
On February 17, Ayodhya's Ram Temple saw an overwhelming surge in devotees, challenging the city's police and administrative capabilities. Traffic chaos ensued, with thousands of vehicles halted far from the city and key routes congested.
Key Takeaways
- Massive influx of devotees at Ram Temple.
- Traffic chaos leading to frustrations.
- Inadequate police presence in the area.
- Senior officials monitoring the situation.
- Previous crowds around Republic Day.
New Delhi, Feb 17 (NationPress) The Ram Temple in Ayodhya has experienced a significant surge of devotees on Monday morning, placing immense pressure on the city's police and administrative systems.
By 4 a.m., the situation worsened as a multitude of vehicles were stopped 25 kilometers away from the city, prompting frustration and distress among passengers.
The overwhelming number of visitors has caused the routes leading to vital religious landmarks, such as the Ram Temple, Janmabhoomi Path, and Hanuman Garhi, to be completely filled.
Insufficient police presence and heavy congestion resulted in tense moments, with some impatient travelers even breaching barricades.
Despite the government's initiatives to expand roads and enhance infrastructure in expectation of the large influx of devotees heading to the Ram Temple, Ayodhya's narrow streets remain severely congested.
The intense flow of pilgrims has rendered it nearly impossible to navigate the city, with every avenue blocked by devotees, further aggravating the problem.
The events on Monday follow a familiar trend seen earlier this week. After the holy dip at Prayagraj during Mauni Amavasya, a significant wave of devotees started arriving in Ayodhya.
Streets in the sacred city were crowded overnight, with the echoes of “Jai Shri Ram” chants resonating in the early morning.
Experts estimate that around 65 lakh devotees have descended upon Ayodhya in just 96 hours, overwhelming the city's infrastructure.
To address the situation, senior officials have taken charge, overseeing arrangements throughout the night.
Many pilgrims made their way directly from Prayagraj to Ayodhya, showcasing their unwavering devotion.
Previously, Ayodhya saw an enormous turnout around Republic Day as well, when over 25 lakh devotees visited Ram Lalla in merely 30 hours.
