Akhilesh Yadav Vows to Make Ayodhya 'Global Capital of Sanatan Pilgrimage'
Yadav said the Samajwadi Party would build world-class infrastructure and investigate alleged donation theft and land irregularities around the Ram temple.
- On Monday, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav promised to develop Ayodhya with world-class infrastructure and transform the city into the "global capital of Sanatan pilgrimage" if his party wins next year.
- Alleging "theft from the Ram temple," Yadav claimed Ayodhya's local economy suffered due to fewer visiting devotees and proposed a transparent system to restore public confidence.
- Plans include promoting traditional boating to revive bonds between Lord Ram and Nishadraj, while Yadav proposed investigations into alleged land transaction irregularities and collusion involving BJP leaders and officials.
- Providing support for ration beneficiaries, Yadav promised to supply oil and ghee to prevent humiliation during collection of leftover offerings at the Saryu river ghats.
- Returning to Ayodhya for the first time since 2024, Yadav scheduled a visit for December 12 to offer prayers at the Ram temple and Hanumangarhi temple.
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Akhilesh Yadav vows to make Ayodhya 'global capital of Sanatan pilgrimage'
Akhilesh Yadav has pledged to create world-class infrastructure in Ayodhya, aiming to make it a global pilgrimage capital. He emphasised the need to restore Ayodhya's dignity and improve its economy that suffered from decreased visitors. Yadav plans to promote traditional boating to support local boatmen who have ties to Lord Ram. He also intends to investigate land transactions in Ayodhya to ensure accountability for corrupt practices.
Ayodhya, Ram Mandir and Sanatan: Akhilesh Yadav rolls out big promise ahead of 2027 UP polls
The promises come amid an intensifying political debate over the irregularities in land dealings at Ram Temple ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. The state is set to hold Assembly elections next year, in which the Samajwadi Party eyes a comeback after two consecutive defeats in 2017 and 2022.
'Global capital for Sanatan pilgrimage': Akhilesh's big Ayodhya promise ahead of 2027 UP polls
Akhilesh Yadav has articulated a bold vision to elevate Ayodhya as the ultimate hub for Sanatan pilgrimage on a global scale. He stressed the importance of honest temple management and top-notch infrastructure to rejuvenate devotees' trust. Additionally, Yadav has committed to tackling local economic challenges and safeguarding the interests of traditional boatmen.
Akhilesh Yadav vows to make Ayodhya ‘global capital for Sanatan pilgrimage’ if SP returns to power
In his post on X, the SP chief said the number of devotees and pilgrims visiting Ayodhya had been steadily declining, alleging that the distress caused by the ‘theft’ surrounding the Ram Mandir had directly affected the local economy.
Akhilesh Yadav Vows To Transform Ayodhya
Lucknow, Nov. 10: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has promised to transform Ayodhya into the “global capital of Sanatan pilgrimage” if his party comes to power in Uttar Pradesh after next year’s elections. In a post on X late Monday, Yadav pledged world-class infrastructure, economic revival and measures to restore public confidence in the Ram temple’s management. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister alleg…
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