AYODHYA, June 9 -- After eight years, the circle rates of Ayodhya have been revised with an increase ranging from 30% to 200%, depending on location and land use, officials said. The new rates, which came into effect on Monday, have particularly impacted areas within a 10-kilometre radius of the Ram Janmabhoomi, where rates have jumped by over 150%.

Shanti Bhushan Chaubey, sub-registrar of Sadar (Faizabad) tehsil, said the revised rates were implemented following a proposal submitted in September 2024. "After addressing objections, the new circle rates were approved by DM Nikhil Tikaram Funde and have now been enforced," he added.

He also said areas with more land transactions saw an increase of 150% to 200%, while other areas saw a ris...