CM Yogi Viral Video: 'Faith of the Country Got Respect...' UP Chief Minister Proudly Shares Number of Devotees Visiting Ayodhya Ram Mandir Before And Now, Check

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his pride in the unprecedented surge of devotees visiting Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, attributing it to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Speaking in a viral video, CM Yogi stated, "For the first time, the faith of the country got respect… The 500-year wait is over, and now we can go to Ayodhya to offer prayers to Lord Ram."

#WATCH | Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says, "Under the leadership of PM Modi, for the first time the faith of the country got respect... The wait of 500 years is over and now we can go to Ayodhya to offer prayers to Lord Ram... In 2016-17, when there was no BJP… pic.twitter.com/ZMRwcicYZc

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Massive Increase in Devotee Footfall

Comparing the statistics from previous years, CM Yogi highlighted how Ayodhya has witnessed a historic rise in the number of visitors since the BJP came to power in Uttar Pradesh. He noted:

In 2016-17, when there was no BJP government in the state, only 2.35 lakh devotees visited Ayodhya.

In 2024, the number has skyrocketed to over 14 to 15 crore devotees.

The Chief Minister emphasized that this monumental increase reflects the deep spiritual connection people have with Lord Ram and the impact of the Ram Mandir construction on Ayodhya's religious tourism.

Ayodhya’s Transformation Under BJP Rule

CM Yogi further stated that Ayodhya has undergone massive infrastructural and cultural transformations, making it more accessible to devotees worldwide. With the construction of the grand Ram Mandir, improved facilities, and better connectivity, Ayodhya has emerged as a global religious and cultural hub.

The viral video has sparked discussions online, with devotees expressing their gratitude for the temple's completion and the state government's efforts in preserving and promoting Ayodhya's spiritual legacy.