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Heatwave slashes Ram temple visitors in Ayodhya as temperatures surge above 40°C

India
Published on 26 April 2026
Heatwave slashes Ram temple visitors in Ayodhya as temperatures surge above 40°C

Air cooled halls and water spray still couldn’t stop the drop

A severe heatwave in Ayodhya has sharply reduced the number of devotees visiting the Ram temple, as temperatures rise past 40°C. To curb the discomfort, officials have introduced relief measures such as air-cooled halls and water spraying. Even with these steps, fewer people are making the trip during the hottest hours of the day.

  • Devotee footfall at Ayodhya’s Ram temple drops due to extreme heat
  • Temperatures in the region push above 40°C
  • Authorities deploy air-cooled spaces and water spraying for relief
  • Restrictions and heat conditions continue to deter visitors
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