On January 23, 2024, Ayodhya faced an overwhelming influx of devotees eager to visit the Ram Lalla temple. As a result, authorities restricted vehicle entry into the city during the day, and later, restricted access to the Ayodhya Dham Junction railway station at night. Only ticketed passengers were allowed entry, causing...
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inconvenience to many. Police announced that people could reach the station via a longer route, leading to three kilometers of walking. Many devotees expressed frustration with the situation, and the Uttar Pradesh Police issued an advisory urging people to avoid visiting Ayodhya on January 23rd due to the large crowds.