As per the latest development, the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple management committee in Ayodhya has issued an advisory urging local devotees to postpone their visits for 15-20 days. This comes amid an “unprecedented increase” in visitors, largely due to the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
With the ‘Mukhya Snan’ (main bathing ritual) for Mauni Amavasya scheduled for January 29, 2025, the Maha Kumbh is attracting a massive influx of pilgrims. An estimated 10 crore devotees are expected to take a holy dip in Prayagraj on this auspicious day. The temple’s capacity is severely strained because many of these pilgrims are also travelling to Ayodhya from Prayagraj to offer their prayers to Lord Ram.
The number of visitors to Ayodhya has skyrocketed in only the last three days. The temple administration observed that it is getting harder to guarantee that so many people may receive darshan of Shri Ram Lalla, which causes logistical issues and lengthier walking distances for devotees. To manage the situation and ensure safety, adjustments to arrangements are being made.
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The committee has appealed to local devotees to allow pilgrims from distant locations an easier darshan experience during this peak period. “We humbly request devotees from nearby areas to plan their visit to Ayodhya 15-20 days later. This will ensure convenience for everyone,” the advisory stated.
Respected Devotees,
Jai Shri Ram!
The ‘Mukhya Snan’ (main bathing ritual) for Mauni Amavasya at Kumbh in Prayagraj will take place on the January 29, 2025. It is estimated that approximately 10 crore devotees will take a holy dip in Prayagraj on this auspicious day. A large…
— Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra (@ShriRamTeerth) January 28, 2025 Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh government has intensified security and logistical preparations for the Maha Kumbh. The ‘Amrit Snan’ on Mauni Amavasya is expected to draw around 10 crore pilgrims to Prayagraj in a single day. Over the first 17 days of the Maha Kumbh, more than 15 crore devotees have already participated in the holy ritual.
Held every 12 years, the Maha Kumbh 2025 got underway on January 13 and will run through February 26. The government of Uttar Pradesh expects between 40 and 45 crore pilgrims to attend the festival, making it one of the biggest gatherings in the world.
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As the festivities continue, both the temple management in Ayodhya and the state authorities are working tirelessly to accommodate the overwhelming number of visitors while ensuring a safe and spiritually enriching experience for all.
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