Tight security in Ayodhya

Heavy security deployment was made in the temple town of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh on the 26th anniversary of the razing of the 16th Century Babri Mosque by a Hindu mob.

Major roads were barricaded and vigil stepped up around the disputed site. People visiting the temple of Ram Lalla, that was set up hurriedly on the ruins of the mosque, are being frisked thoroughly.

Checking of vehicles at all entry points has been enhanced. Special teams are monitoring entry of outsiders into the town.

Police teams are patrolling sensitive areas and prohibitory orders have been clamped barring the assembly of five or more people.

A district official told IANS that while ‘darshan’ is allowed at the temple like all days, crowds have been asked not to raise any slogans.

Bomb disposal and dog squads were positioned at thoroughfares.