On January 1, 2025, the Ram Temple in Ayodhya witnessed a significant influx of devotees, marking the first day of the new year with an overwhelming turnout. The temple’s management allowed entry to pilgrims until 9:00 PM, ensuring that everyone had the opportunity to visit the temple. With such a large number of visitors, the authorities had put in place stringent security measures to manage the crowds and ensure the safety of both devotees and temple staff.
Heightened security protocols included the deployment of additional police personnel, CCTV surveillance, and metal detectors at entry points. There were also special arrangements for the elderly and differently-abled to ensure their smooth access to the temple. The large turnout reflects the temple’s growing significance and the devotion of millions who have visited since the commencement of its construction.
The temple complex, which has been a site of historical and religious importance, continues to attract devotees from across India and around the world. The increase in visitors on the first day of 2025 sets the tone for a year of continued high attendance at the temple, with expectations for further crowds during religious festivals and special occasions.
