Ayodhya : A man from Kashmir was taken into custody after he allegedly attempted to offer namaz inside the Ram Mandir complex in Ayodhya and raised slogans when stopped, triggering concerns. The individual has been identified as Ahmed Sheikh, a resident of Shopian district in Kashmir. Officials said the 55-year-old man entered the high-security temple premises on Friday and, after visiting the shrine.
He was detained by temple security staff and later handed over to the local police for questioning. Some sources claimed that when stopped, the man allegedly raised slogans, a claim that has not been officially confirmed. Police said investigating and intelligence agencies are questioning the man to ascertain his intent. Police reportedly found items such as cashews and raisins in his possession. Sources said the man reportedly told investigators that he was travelling to Ajmer.
The district administration and the Ram Temple Trust have so far declined to comment. The incident comes as Ayodhya is gearing up for Makar Sankranti celebrations next week, which are expected to draw massive crowds, prompting heightened security across the temple town. It also occurred ahead of the second anniversary of the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple on January 22.
The man was caught trying to offer namaz on the southern rampart of the temple complex. The incident is reported to have occurred this morning. The district administration has refused to comment on the matter, while the Ram Temple trust is yet to react to the incident. The accused has been identified as Ahmed Sheikh and is a resident of Kashmir. According to sources, security agencies recovered a small quantity of dry fruits, Rs 2700 in cash, and a diary containing a few phone numbers from the accused’s possession in Ayodhya.
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