AYODHYA, May 5 -- About 60% of the total area of the Ram temple complex in Ayodhya will be dedicated to gardens and fruit-bearing plants, according to the Ram temple construction committee.

Giving an update on Sunday, Ram temple construction committee chairperson Nripendra Mishra emphasised environmental conservation at the temple complex.

Mishra stated that the temple complex would be developed under a zero-discharge policy in order to prevent any environmental pollution in Ayodhya city.

A decision has been made to develop a large garden on eight acres of land, which will likely be named 'Panchvati' , said Mishra. This garden will visually depict the Ramayana and serve as a focal point of attraction for devotees, he added.

He said re...