LUCKNOW: Suingent security measures have been enforced in the holy town Ayodhya, with the traditional Ram Navami fair on, in view of the recent blasts in different parts of the country. Recovery of plastic explosives. RDS and ammunition from members of a J&K militant organization stationed in Meerut and revelations made by them only confirmed apprehensions of the entry of such elements and operations in Utar Pradesh,
Obviously, the most stringent security measures are being ensured for the makeshift Ram Lalla temple at the disputed site, which is being ringed by Central and State para military forces. The possibility of desperate elements mingling with devotees going for darshan of the idol and seeking to wreak vengeance for the demolition of the disputed structure is being taken into consideration. Recovery of nearly 50 bombs concealed in a burial ground about a fortnight ago had created a sur. That was noticed only after one person was injured in a blast while handling bombs. The nearby Faizabad town has also been rocked by periodic explosions.
The Ram Navammi fair is a big annual event in Ayodhya. Tens of thousands pilgrims throng the town for a fortnight the highlight being Ram Navami, which falls on April
- Notwithstanding the threat perception the district authorities have decided to allow darshan of the deity of Ram Lalla round the clock.
The Ram Navami festival and fair also provides an opportunity to the Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas.
Article extracted from this publication >> April 2, 1993
