Ayodhya, March 17 -- The construction of the Ram temple has not only transformed the religious landscape of Ayodhya but has also had a profound impact on the city's economy. Over the past five years, the influx of tourists and devotees has surged tenfold, creating new employment opportunities and significantly boosting local businesses. This rise in religious tourism has also resulted in substantial revenue generation for the government.

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust General Secretary Champat Rai disclosed that between February 5, 2020 and February 5, 2025, the Ram Mandir Trust contributed approximately Rs 400 Crore in taxes to the government. Of this, Rs 270 Crore was collected as GST, while the remaining Rs 130 Crore came fro...